draft selections included Pro-Bowlers Joe Haden, T. J. Ward, Jordan Cameron, and Josh Gordon. Denver Broncos On May 7, 2013, Heckert was hired as director of pro personnel for the Denver Broncos. Heckert’s job is to scout current NFL players and oversee the team’s advanced scouting for upcoming opponents. On May 4, 2017, Heckert was promoted to senior personnel advisor. Heckert stepped down prior to the 2018 season due to an expired contract and health issues. NFL Heckert also served on the NFL's College Advisory Committee, which advises college football juniors on their draft status, as well as the league's General Managers Advisory Committee, which consults Commissioner Roger Goodell and the NFL football operations department on key issues regarding player development, scouting and technology. Personal life Heckert was the son of former Miami Dolphins personnel executive Tom Heckert Sr., and had a son, Griffin, and a daughter, Madison. On June 11, 2013, Heckert was arrested and charged with DUI and reckless driving. The Denver Broncos organization subsequently suspended him for a month without pay. Heckert died on August 5, 2018, from amyloidosis. References 1967 births 2018 deaths Cleveland Browns executives Hillsdale Chargers football coaches Hillsdale Chargers football players Philadelphia Eagles executives National Football League general managers People from Adrian, Michigan