LSU RBs coach Kevin Faulk steps away after death of daughter

LSU running backs coach and former New England Patriots RB Kevin Faulk has stepped away from his coaching duties following the death of his 19-year-old daughter earlier in the week, ESPN reported Wednesday morning.

Faulk, who played for LSU in the mid-90s before spending 13 years in the NFL and winning three Super Bowls, is not expected to be back with the team when they face Central Michigan this Saturday.

"We are heartbroken with the passing of Kevione Faulk, and our thoughts and prayers are with the Faulk family and all those who love Kevione," LSU football said in a statement earlier this week. "She was a part of the LSU Family, and we mourn the loss of a daughter, a sister, a friend, a classmate, and a colleague. We ask that all Tigers keep the Faulks in their prayers and respect their privacy at this difficult time."