Former NFL Player Tae Crowder Loses Life Savings in E-commerce Scam
Former NFL and University of Georgia linebacker Tae Crowder has lost his entire life savings of $500,000 in an e-commerce scam that targeted professional athletes. The alleged scammer was reportedly found dead last month.
Charlotte, NC, August 20, 2026 —
Tae Crowder, a former linebacker for the NFL and the University of Georgia, has reportedly lost his entire life savings amounting to $500,000 due to an e-commerce scam. The scam is said to have specifically targeted professional athletes.
The individual accused of orchestrating the alleged scam was reportedly discovered deceased last month. Further details regarding the circumstances of the scam or the death of the alleged scammer were not immediately available.
Crowder, who played college football for the Georgia Bulldogs before entering the NFL, has been a victim in what appears to be a sophisticated fraudulent scheme. The loss of $500,000 represents Crowder’s entire life savings.
Reports indicate that the e-commerce scam was designed to prey on professional athletes, a demographic that may possess significant financial resources. The identity of the alleged scammer and the specific nature of the e-commerce operation were not provided in the available information.
The situation highlights the risks individuals, particularly those with substantial assets, may face from online fraud. The outcome for Crowder and any potential recovery of his funds remains to be seen, especially following the reported death of the alleged perpetrator.
Story summarized from the original created by Atlanta News First staff, Jordan Gartner on www.wbtv.com, see more information here.
