Ten years ago yesterday, Minneosta Vikings offensive tackle Korey Stringer died of heat exhaustion. His body overheated and simply shut down after an early training camp practice, on a hot day in Mankato. Similar incidents happen every year. They happen way too often at the high school level. The passing of Stringer opened the eyes of everyone. The need for hydration and the conditions of practices changed everywhere.
Korey Stringer, known to most as Big K, may have been the most universally loved Viking. Teammates and opponents gravitated towards him. Smiles came alive whenever he entered a room. He was always great off the field. He was just starting to hit his stride on it. In 2000, he made his first of what looked to be many Pro Bowls. He was just a beast on the field. A huge teddy bear off it. He will always be remembered by those that were around that terrible day ten years ago. In life, Korey Stringer gave his all to everyone. In his death, he may have saved some lives.
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