Chris Mims Found Dead

, former lineman for the San Diego Chargers, was found dead in his Los Angeles apartment just before 9:30am this morning.

38-year-old Mims played for the University of Tennessee and was drafted in 1992. He played eight seasons in the NFL, seven for the San Diego Chargers, and one with the Washington Redskins. He retired in 2000.

Police discovered Mims' body while on a welfare check. He had been suffering from weight and medical problems.

Although the cause of death is unknown, foul play is not expected.