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Bryan Braman, a former NFL linebacker who played for the Philadelphia Eagles and Houston Texans, has died after battling a “very rare” form of cancer, his agent said.
He was 38.
Braman’s agent, Sean Stellato, told ESPN on Thursday that Braman had passed away. The former NFL player had two daughters, ages 11 and 8.
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Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Bryan Braman, #56, takes the field for the start of a game against Washington at Lincoln Financial Field on Dec. 26, 2015. (Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports)
He was diagnosed with the cancer earlier this year, according to a GoFundMe set up on his behalf in February. More than $88,000 was raised in his name, including $10,000 from former Houston Texans star J.J. Watt.
The latest update on the fundraiser from last month stated that Braman had undergone “CAR-T cell reprogramming treatment.” While initially showing signs of being effective, the organizer of the fundraiser said that “the cancer has grown exponentially faster, and is now growing around his vital organs.”
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Houston Texans linebacker Bryan Braman, #50, celebrates a touchdown against the Indianapolis Colts in the second quarter at Reliant Stadium on Dec. 16, 2012. (Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports)
Braman spent the majority of his seven-year NFL career with the Eagles. He helped bring a Super Bowl title to Philadelphia with an upset victory over the New England Patriots.
He was signed as an undrafted free agent in 2011 by the Texans, where he played for three seasons. He signed with the Eagles in 2014 and rejoined the team again right before the playoffs in 2017. He would go on to register one tackle in their Super Bowl victory.
Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Bryan Braman, #56, against the Arizona Cardinals at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, on Oct. 26, 2014. (Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports)
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Braman was a standout at West Texas A&M before he turned pro. He played in 97 NFL games from 2011 to 2017, recording 56 tackles, 1.5 sacks and a fumble recovery.
Fox News’ Paulina Dedaj contributed to this report.
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