Former Detroit Lions defender Tracy Scroggins dies at 56

Tracy Scroggins, who had 60 1/2 sacks in 10 seasons as a playmaking defensive end for the Detroit Lions, has died. He was 56.

The Lions announced Scroggins' death on Monday. A cause of death was not provided.

Since sacks became an official stat in 1982, just Robert Porcher and Michael Cofer had more than Scroggins in franchise history.

PONTIAC, MI - DECEMBER 17: Linebacker Tracy Scroggins #97 of the Detroit Lions signals to fans to cheer louder during a game against the Minnesota...