Ex-Patriots Player Died of Irregular Heartbeat and Heart Condition: State's Medical Examiner

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Boston, MA — Former New England Patriots defensive lineman Ron Brace died from an irregular heartbeat and a heart condition caused by high blood pressure, the office of the state's medical examiner said.

An agency spokesman confirmed the cause of death Wednesday, according to WHDH. The death was ruled natural and is not considered to be suspicious.

Born in Springfield, Brace attended Burncoat High School in Worcester and played for Boston College. In 2009, he was selected by the Patriots in the second round of the NFL Draft. He played with the team until his release in 2012.

He signed with the Washington Redskins in 2013 but was released before the start of the season.

Brace passed away on April 23 at the age of 29.