Former Eagles Super Bowl Champion Bryan Braman Dies at 38 from Cancer

Bryan Braman, a former NFL linebacker and Super Bowl LII champion with the Philadelphia Eagles, has died at age 38 after battling a rare and aggressive form of cancer. Diagnosed in February 2025, Braman underwent CAR-T cell reprogramming treatment and chemotherapy, but the cancer progressed rapidly despite initial signs of improvement. Braman, known for his special teams prowess and fearless play, played seven NFL seasons with the Houston Texans, Philadelphia Eagles, and briefly with the New Orleans Saints. He is survived by two daughters, ages 11 and 8, and was supported by many former teammates, including J.J. Watt, who donated $10,000 to a GoFundMe fundraiser that raised nearly $90,000 for his medical expenses. Despite undergoing multiple surgeries and treatments, Braman's condition worsened until his death, with his agent and friends highlighting his strength and determination throughout his illness. Braman's legacy as a leader and underdog remains significant to those who knew him both on and off the field.