Ex-NFL DT Tony Siragusa, 'the Goose,' dies at age 55

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Tony Siragusa, a defensive tackle in the NFL who became one of its best players and most popular personalities, died Wednesday at the age of 55

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Siragusa's cause of death was not immediately known

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"Goose" Siragusa was a vital part of the Baltimore Ravens' historic 2000 defense, which culminated in the franchise's first Super Bowl title that year

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As an undrafted free agent, he drank away his $1,000 signing bonus immediately

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And ended up as one of the game's most unique personalities known for his irreverent sense of humor and memorable pranks

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Former Ravens coach Brian Billick said Goose was "a warrior on the field and a team unifier with a giving

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Generous heart who helped teammates and the community more than most people knew

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This is such devastating news, and our hearts go out to Kathy and the Siragusa family.

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