Davin Joseph MCT

Ali Joseph, the son of former Bucs Pro Bowler Davin Joseph, died recently at the age of 18.

Joseph, who was known as “Champ,” died on Feb. 9, according to an obituary posted online.

Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Anthony Becht shared some prayers and thoughts online Thursday for Joseph regarding Ali’s death.

Davin Joseph was a first-round pick by the Bucs in 2006 out of Oklahoma. The eight-year right guard made two Pro Bowls while with Tampa Bay. He spent seven seasons with the Bucs and played his final season with the St. Louis Rams in 2014.

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