O.J. Brigance, former Ravens player and executive, dies at 56

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O.J. Brigance, former Ravens player and executive, dies at 56
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O.J. Brigance, the former linebacker and executive for the Baltimore Ravens, died on August 17, 2026, at the age of 56 after a 19-year battle with ALS. The Ravens announced his death, describing Brigance as a beloved legend and mentor who had a significant impact on his community. He played a key role in the Ravens' Super Bowl XXXV victory and transitioned to a front-office role after his playing career. Brigance co-founded the Brigance Brigade Foundation to support ALS patients. The Ravens' organization extended condolences to his family, highlighting his inspirational legacy.

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  • •Brigance battled ALS for 19 years before his death.
  • •He recorded the first tackle in Super Bowl XXXV.
  • •The Ravens honored his legacy as a mentor and leader.
  • •He co-founded the Brigance Brigade Foundation to aid ALS patients.
  • •Brigance was recognized for his contributions to player development.
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  • 12:43 AMESPN — Ravens icon Brigance dies after 19-year ALS fight
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O.J. Brigance, a former Baltimore Ravens linebacker and their longtime senior adviser to player development, has died, the team announced Monday evening. Brigance battled ALS for the past 19 years. He was 56. “For 22 years, we’ve been blessed to have O.J. as a teammate, friend and brother. It’s a sad day, but also a celebration of all the gifts that O.J. bestowed upon our team and our city and ...

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O.J. Brigance valiantly endured amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, for 19 years. On Monday, the Baltimore Ravens announced Brigance’s death. He was 56 years old. “We are devastated by the awful news that we have lost O.J. Brigance,” Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti said in a statement, per ESPN’s Jamison Hensley.…

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O.J. Brigance, who won a Super Bowl with the Baltimore Ravens before waging an unyielding battle against amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, has died. The Ravens announced Brigance's death on Monday. “We are devastated by the awful news that we have lost O.J. Brigance,” Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti said in a statement.

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