Long NFL.com author and member of the Around the NFL Podcast Chris Wesseling died Friday at the age of 46 after a battle with cancer.
Wesseling is survived by his wife, Lakisha, and their son Lincoln. Lakisha, who is a digital content editor at NFL.com, announced her departure Saturday on social media:
“2/5/2021: Linc acquired the best guardian angel. Chris passed away peacefully yesterday afternoon. I was by his side and held his hand. Knowing he is no longer suffering brings me some comfort, but my heart is very hurt.I took him to the 19th hospital and thought he would be admitted for a few days as before … not knowing that this was the last time he would be home.His cancer spread in his lungs and other areas.I do not understand.I am stuck between denial and anger.Why take such a loving soul? Why? Chris made an eternal impression on someone he met, even in his last One nurse gave me a letter to give to Linc the day after I took him in to see Chris, I read it last night and it’s one of the most beautiful letters written by a random person and wanted to had that Linc had to know which man his father was coming from a stranger.knows Chris is in heaven and looks down on us.I’m going to do my best and to highlight to Linc how I know he will want to. I see Chr is every time I look at Linc’s face. I am so thankful that I can keep a part of him with me. ‘
Chris Wesseling joined NFL Media in 2013 after previously working as a writer for NBCSports.com and as a senior NFL editor at Rotoworld.com.
Wesseling quickly established himself as one of the most unique voices at NFL Media, combining his football analysis with his extensive knowledge of literature and history. Wesseling was also a favorite among the fans Around the NFL Podcast, where he presented his distinctive style of football knowledge and humor when discussing league news and breaking down matches with colleagues Dan Hanzus, Gregg Rosenthal and Marc Sessler.
The news of Wesseling’s death on Saturday gave rise to memories on social media.