John Elway's long-time agent dies after golf cart accident

In the United States, specifically in California, Jeff Sperbeck, a former agent and close friend of NFL Hall of Famer John Elway, died due to injuries sustained in a golf cart accident. The incident occurred on Saturday night in La Quinta, California. Reports indicate that Sperbeck was riding in a golf cart driven by Elway when he accidentally fell off, striking his head on the asphalt. Following the fall, emergency services responded promptly and transported him to a local trauma center, where he was placed on life support. Unfortunately, Sperbeck succumbed to his injuries three days later, on Wednesday morning. The Riverside County coroner confirmed that Sperbeck was 62 years old at the time of his death. The Riverside County Sheriff's Office has launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. Initial reports suggest that Elway's driving was not reckless, but the investigation aims to provide clarity regarding the events leading up to the accident. Sperbeck’s fall occurred after he and Elway, along with their spouses, had departed from a party. Sperbeck had a long-standing relationship with Elway, having begun as his manager in 1990 when Elway was a quarterback for the Denver Broncos. Throughout his career as an NFL agent, Sperbeck represented numerous players and helped manage various aspects of Elway's extensive business ventures, which included restaurants and a winery. In 2015, they co-founded a wine company named 7Cellars. This tragic incident raises questions about safety in recreational vehicles and the responsibilities of drivers in such situations. The death of Jeff Sperbeck is a significant loss to the NFL community. Elway has not publicly commented on the incident, and fans and fellow players alike are mourning the death of a man who played a pivotal role not only in Elway's life but also in the lives of many NFL players through his representation and management.