New England Patriots Tight End Eli Raridon and Wife Announce Death of Newborn Son

Mobile Pensacola, AL, October 2, 2026 —

Eli Raridon, tight end for the New England Patriots, and his wife have announced the death of their newborn son. The announcement was made public by the couple.

Specific details regarding the circumstances of the infant’s passing, including the date of death or any contributing factors, were not provided in the public announcement.

The news comes as a difficult time for the Raridon family. Information concerning memorial services or how the public may offer condolences was not immediately available.

Eli Raridon is currently under contract with the New England Patriots. His career details and previous team affiliations were not included in the scope of this announcement.

The National Football League (NFL) and its teams often face situations where players or their families experience personal tragedies. The league and its franchises typically offer support to players during such times.

Further information about the family’s announcement or any updates will be reported as they become available, with respect to the family’s privacy.

Story summarized from the original created by Matt Connolly on www.al.com, see more information here.

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