Ex-Giants, Seahawks running back Dan Doornink dead at 70 after battling 'rare autoimmune diseases' for years

Former Seattle Seahawks and New York Giants running back Dan Doornink has died after years of battling autoimmune diseases. He was 70. An obituary for the Yakima, Washington native said he battled 'two rare autoimmune diseases for many years' before passing away on October 31. Years earlier, Doornink was hospitalized with COVID-19 due to complications with his autoimmune disorders. 'Dan was known for his sharp mind, quick wit, integrity, and love of people,' his obit read.