NFL Bryan Braman Dies at 38 After Battle With Rare Brain Cancer
The NFL world is mourning the tragic loss of Bryan Braman, a former Philadelphia Eagles linebacker and Super Bowl champion, who has passed away at the age of 38 after battling a rare and aggressive form of brain cancer.
Braman, who played key roles on special teams for both the Houston Texans and Philadelphia Eagles, was diagnosed just a few months ago. His family launched a GoFundMe page in February to help cover the costs of his treatment, which included multiple surgeries and a promising CAR-T cell reprogramming therapy. For a time, signs were hopeful. But sadly, the cancer spread rapidly around his vital organs, and Braman lost his fight earlier this week.
NFL stars including JJ Watt, Quandre Diggs, Chris Long, and Duane Brown had rallied in support of Braman’s battle, collectively donating tens of thousands of dollars. Watt contributed $10,000 to the campaign, a move that touched fans and underscored the tight-knit nature of the NFL brotherhood.
Braman is survived by his wife and two young daughters, aged 11 and 8.
Remembering Bryan Braman
Braman began his NFL career with the Houston Texans, quickly gaining a reputation as a relentless special teams ace. He later joined the Eagles, where he played a role on the 2017 Super Bowl LII championship team that famously upset Tom Brady’s Patriots. He even made a crucial special teams tackle in that game.
Tributes from former teammates and players have poured in since the heartbreaking news broke.
Emmanuel Acho, Braman’s former teammate, tweeted:
“I didn’t intend on crying this morning. Then I read the news on my teammate, Bryan Braman. Love you Braman. You lived a hard life, and you never complained about it. A champion in life and a warrior in death.”
Will Compton, former linebacker and co-host of the Bussin With The Boys podcast, added:
“Bryan Braman was a MENACE on the football field… I’d legit thank God when I didn’t have to block him one-on-one.”
The GoFundMe page created for Braman’s treatment is still open, with fans and former teammates continuing to send messages of support and tributes to his family.
Braman’s story is a painful reminder of how fast life can change. From suiting up in the NFL and winning a Super Bowl to battling for his life in just a matter of years, he leaves behind a legacy of grit, fearlessness, and love.
May he rest in peace.
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