NFL: Former QB Ryan Mallett dies in drowning incident, Bill Belichick and John Harbaugh pay respect

Former NFL and Arkansas quarterback Ryan Mallett, in a tragic accident, has died in an apartment drowning. Mallett was just 35 years old and had played for six seasons in the NFL. He was the coach at White Hall High Scholl in Arkansas.

The incident, which was reported by Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office, was also confirmed by the school district on their website Tuesday, reported the Associated Press.

"A tourist died in an apparent drowning offshore of Gulf Shore Drive in Destin. A group of individuals were reportedly struggling offshore when a man went under. He was not breathing when lifeguards found and pulled him out. Tragically lifesaving measures weren't successful," the Okaloosa County Sheriff's office had tweeted before confirming Mallett's identity in a follow-up tweet.

"Update: We have confirmation of next of kin notification. The victim is identified as 35-year old Ryan Mallett of Arkansas. We send our heartfelt sympathies to his family, friends, and loved one.s in his tragic passing," tweeted the Sheriff's office further.

Arkansas athletic director Hunter Yurachek tweeted, "Our @RazorbackFB family lost an incredibly special person today. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends and teammates of Ryan Mallett. #OneRazorback."

The QB was first selected by the Patriots in 2011 NFL Draft. He played for the Houston Texans and Baltimore Ravens as well. The QB played in 21 NFL games in his career, completing 190 of 345 pass attempts for 1,835 yards. He also managed to throw nine touchdowns as well.

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