NFL players react to death of Kobe Bryant

The death of NBA legend Kobe Bryant shook the football world as well.

NFL stars took to social media to pay their respects to one of the sporting world's most accomplished and cerebral athletes.

Among them was New England Patriots quarterback and six-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady.

We miss you already Kobe aiaiTM1/4TM1/4

- Tom Brady (@TomBrady) January 26, 2020

Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield was devastated to learn of Bryant's death.

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A post shared by Baker Mayfield (@bakermayfield) on Jan 26, 2020 at 1:11pm PST

Man not Kobe... Prayers to his family and friends! #RIPMamba

- Patrick Mahomes II (@PatrickMahomes) January 26, 2020

News of Bryant's death went public during the Pro Bowl. A moment of silence was observed at Camping World Stadium before the crowd broke out in a "Kobe" chant.

A moment of silence held here at the Pro Bowl to honor Kobe Bryant, followed by chants of "Kobe" pic.twitter.com/AWy62mirtO

- Omar Ruiz (@OmarDRuiz) January 26, 2020

Pro Bowl players absolutely gutted over Kobe Bryant news. Mark Ingram continues to check his phone while asking me questions on validity of the news here on the sidelines. Derrick Henry said just yesterday he was asked to name undisputed GOAT in a sport and he said Kobe.

- Jane Slater (@SlaterNFL) January 26, 2020

"That's a legend. He did so much for the game of basketball. A lot of people looked to Kobe Bryant, including myself."

Lamar Jackson on Kobe Bryant. pic.twitter.com/7guQmmGgAE

- Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) January 26, 2020

24 @kobebryant luv pic.twitter.com/Y85rm46DaL

- Jamal Adams (@Prez) January 26, 2020

Just don't have the words.... #Kobe

- Richard Sherman (@RSherman_25) January 26, 2020

Wow! I'm shocked & sad! #24 #8

- Tyrann Mathieu (@Mathieu_Era) January 26, 2020

Bryant was born in Philadelphia and was a strong supporter of the hometown Eagles. Bryant once attended an NBA game in 2005 wearing a Donovan McNabb jersey.

Prayers and blessing to the @kobebryant family. Such a devastating time right now. A great friend, mentor to all,positive role model and teacher of the game. Words can't express my feeling for him as a person, father and player. It hurts. RIP Black Mamba pic.twitter.com/qDCB5BObv7

- Donovan McNabb (@donovanjmcnabb) January 26, 2020

Eagles tight end Zach Ertz called Bryant his childhood hero.

This news is killing me today... My childhood hero gone too soon. Better believe I got him!! RIP MAMBA #EpicSh*t pic.twitter.com/DNFAMD18N4

- Zach Ertz (@ZERTZ_86) January 26, 2020

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- Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) January 26, 2020

Incredibly sad news about @kobebryant Prayers and condolences to his family. #RIPMamba TM ai

- Brett Favre (@BrettFavre) January 26, 2020

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So many of us have our "Kobe" story; an inspirational moment, play, game, or tale of his work ethic, that inspired us to dig deeper, work harder, train longer, or trust ourselves at a new level in a clutch moment. That was that #mambamentality and we are all grateful for your inspiration ai #824

A post shared by Aaron Rodgers (@aaronrodgers12) on Jan 26, 2020 at 5:49pm PST

I can't stop crying

- Victor Cruz (@TeamVic) January 26, 2020

Can't be true.
Just can't be.
Truly truly horrific.

Rest In Peace Kobe.

- JJ Watt (@JJWatt) January 26, 2020

No Words. #RIPMamba #RIPGianna TM3/4 pic.twitter.com/1xPlgGVmBP

- Patrick Peterson /P2 (@P2) January 26, 2020

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