Tracy Scroggins

Tracy L. Scroggins (September 11, 1969 – February 9, 2026) was an American professional football player who spent his entire 10-year career as a defensive end and a linebacker for the Detroit Lions of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Tulsa Golden Hurricane.

Early life Scroggins attended high school at Checotah High School in Checotah, Oklahoma.

College career Scroggins attended Coffeyville Community College. He graduated from the University of Tulsa.

Career

Scroggins played for the Detroit Lions football team for ten seasons. He was selected in the second round of the 1992 NFL draft with the 53rd overall pick.

Death Scroggins died on February 9, 2026, at the age of 56. According to his family, he struggled for years with chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE).