In a truly harrowing incident, Buffalo Bills offensive tackle Dion Dawkins had a very close call when a small plane crashed just feet from his home in Aurora, New York. The single-engine aircraft, reportedly suffering from mechanical issues, went down around 11:22 AM, hitting trees in Dawkins’ yard before bursting into flames.
Tragically, the pilot lost his life in the accident. Thankfully, Dawkins and anyone else on the ground were unharmed. Understandably shaken by the events, Dawkins was excused from practice to deal with the aftermath.
The plane was reportedly en route from Michigan to New York. While authorities, including the National Transportation Safety Board, are investigating the crash, further details remain scarce.
With a crucial game against the New England Patriots looming on Sunday, Dawkins and his teammates will need to find a way to focus amidst this tragedy. The Bills are looking to build on the momentum of their impressive win over the Detroit Lions, a much-needed bounce-back after a tough loss to the Rams in Week 14.
It’s an incredibly difficult situation, and one can only imagine what Dawkins must be going through. Here’s hoping he and his family can find some peace in the midst of this terrible event.
