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Bryan Braman Dies at 38 After Aggressive Cancer Battle

Supporters raised almost $90,000 to fund his CAR-T cell therapy in Seattle.

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Defensive lineman Bryan Braman #56 of the Philadelphia Eagles looks on from the sideline during a National Football League preseason game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Heinz Field on August 18, 2016 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The Eagles defeated the Steelers 17-0.
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Bryan Braman played for the Houston Texans and the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFL.

Overview

  • Agent Sean Stellato confirmed Braman’s death on July 17 after a five-month fight with a rare, aggressive cancer.
  • The former special teams standout won Super Bowl LII with the Philadelphia Eagles and was diagnosed in February.
  • A GoFundMe campaign launched in mid-February collected nearly $90,000 for his medical and housing costs.
  • Former Texans teammate J.J. Watt led donations with $10,000 and joined a wave of NFL tributes praising his grit.
  • Braman is survived by two young daughters, highlighting gaps in post-retirement healthcare for former NFL players.