Breaking News.. Al Lucas Fatally Injured

Significant spinal cord injuries take the life of former NFL player who has been playing Arena football off season.

ESPN.com - ARENA - Ex-Panther dies from injuries playing Arena: "LOS ANGELES -- Former NFL defensive lineman Al Lucas died Sunday from a presumed spinal cord injury sustained while trying to make a tackle for the Los Angeles Avengers during an Arena Football League game, the team said.

Lucas was taken to California Hospital and all attempts to revive him were unsuccessful, team physician Dr. Luga Podesta said in a statement.

Members of the team were prohibited from speaking to the media after the game. A call to a California Hospital spokesman was not returned."