# Chiefs Honor Allen Bailey After Death

> Chiefs confirm former defensive end Allen Bailey died at 37, sparking tributes from fans and teammates.
- Title: Chiefs Honor Allen Bailey After Death · EssentiallySports
- Summary: Chiefs confirm former defensive end Allen Bailey died at 37, sparking tributes from fans and teammates. Kansas City Chiefs confirmed former defensive end…
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- Author: Hetal Moleshri
- Published: 2026-10-21T20:33:41+00:00
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## Allen Bailey's death confirmed
Kansas City Chiefs confirmed former defensive end Allen Bailey died at 37 after his brother told TMZ.
## Chiefs' tribute statement
Chiefs' official X page said, 'Allen Bailey was an excellent teammate, a generous man, and a kind soul.'

> Allen Bailey was an excellent teammate, a generous man, and a kind soul.
## Bailey's NFL career
Bailey played eight seasons for Chiefs, recording 22 sacks and 248 combined tackles across 133 games.
## Fan tributes to Bailey
Fans shared messages on social media, including 'Gone too soon… RIP' and tributes to his Rams game fumble-recovery touchdown.

> Gone too soon… RIP
## Key takeaway

Kansas City Chiefs confirmed former defensive end Allen Bailey's death at 37, prompting fan tributes and team condolences.