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Sadly, Gavin Escobar (31) a former Dallas Cowboys tight end, lost his life while rock climbing.

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It's a sad day for NFL fans today. Gavin Escobar, a former Dallas Cowboys tight end and Long Beach firefighter, is dead.

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On Wednesday, Escobar died in a tragic climbing accident, while Chelsea Walsh also lost her life. Despite some light showers earlier that day, officials don't think it had a big impact on the accident.

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Escobar had just started as a firefighter in Long Beach

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As a firefighter for Long Beach, California, Escobar joined the force in February of this year.

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According to the Instagram post by the Long Beach Fire Department, Escobar has two children and a wife.

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The NFL Legacy of Gavin Escobar

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Escobar played for the Cowboys for three seasons after being selected in the 2nd round of the 2013 Draft.

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He had a 30/48 for 333 yards, eight touchdowns, and only one fumble despite playing as a reserve.

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The journey of Gavin Escobar after three seasons with the Dallas Cowboys