Autopsy Reveals Demaryius Thomas’ Cause of Death

Former Broncos star WR Demaryius Thomas passed away back in December.

The autopsy report from the death of Demaryius Thomas has been made public. Thomas reportedly died of “complications of a seizure disorder,” according to an autopsy report that was released by the Fulton County Medical examiner on Friday.

“Official cause of Demaryius Thomas’ death is “Complications of Seizure Disorder,” per medical examiner report. Manner of death is listed as “Undetermined.” Demaryius Thomas was found dead in his shower last December 9th”

Per the report, the water was running but Thomas' face, nose and mouth were not submerged.
"It is unknown whether Mr. Thomas’s seizure disorder is a result of natural causes or a sequela of head impacts incurred during his career as a professional football player … " #9sports

— Mike Klis (@mikeklis) August 5, 2022

Doctors from Boston University announced a month ago that the former Denver Broncos wide receiver was posthumously diagnosed with chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE.

Report: Demaryius Thomas Diagnosed With CTE Following Brain Studyhttps://t.co/KxRtMwAzTc

— SideAction (@SideActionHQ) July 6, 2022

The autopsy report stated that it is not believed that there was a direct link between the seizure disorder and CTE.

Fulton County Medical Examiner said it was opinion of Boston University doctor that regarding Demaryius Thomas "there is not a direct relationship between (CTE) and the development of the seizure disorder.''
BU had determined Thomas had stage 2 CTE. #9sports

— Mike Klis (@mikeklis) August 5, 2022

Following Thomas’ sudden death, his cousin said the family believes a seizure was the cause. The seizures began after Thomas was involved in a car accident back in 2019.

RIP Demaryius.

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