Former Lions defender Tracy Scroggins dies at 56; Family cites CTE, blames NFL mBlip / 3 hours ago February 9, 2026 From USA TODAY. Former NFL linebacker and defensive end Tracy Scroggins, who played for Detroit Lions, died at 56. His family cited CTE as the cause. READ: https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/2026/02/09/tracy-scroggins-dies-cte-detroit-lions/88598127007/