Former NFL Player Among Dead in Plane Crash

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The crash of a small plane yesterday near a Lake Placid. New York claimed the life of two former NFL players. One of them including Russ Francis. The second victim was the senior vice president of the aircraft owners and Pilots Association. In a statement, the organization said the Cessna 1 77 experienced an emergency after take off, the airline attempted to return to the airport but failed to make the runway both lost their lives. Francis played for a number of teams during his time in the NFL, including the New England Patriots who posted this on X. Today, we are deeply saddened by the sudden loss and tragic, sudden and tragic loss of former New England Patriot tight end, Russ Francis, our condolences are extended to Francis's family and friends.