Former NFL Linebacker Bryan Braman Dies at 38

Former NFL linebacker Bryan Braman, who played for the Houston Texans and Philadelphia Eagles, has died at age 38 after battling a rare and aggressive cancer diagnosed in February 2025. Braman, celebrated for his fearless play and memorable helmetless tackle, earned a Super Bowl LII victory with the Eagles. He underwent multiple surgeries and experimental CAR-T cell therapy in Seattle, but the disease advanced despite some early improvement. His daughters, Blakely and Marlowe, and mother, Tina, supported him throughout his illness, and a GoFundMe raised nearly $90,000 for his medical care, including a $10,000 donation from former teammate J.J. Watt. Tributes poured in from teammates, coaches, and fans, honoring his underdog spirit, big heart, and devotion to family. Braman's passing has deeply affected the football community.