Former NFL Linebacker Bryan Braman Dies at 38 After Battle with Rare Cancer

Former NFL linebacker and Super Bowl champion Bryan Braman has died at the age of 38 following a brief but aggressive battle with a rare form of cancer. His death was confirmed on Wednesday, July 17, 2025.

Braman, who played for the Houston Texans and Philadelphia Eagles, was diagnosed with cancer earlier this year. Despite undergoing multiple surgeries, chemotherapy, and advanced CAR-T cell therapy, his condition worsened rapidly. According to close sources, the cancer spread quickly around vital organs, and his immune system was unable to tolerate further treatment.

Braman’s fight drew widespread support from fans, friends, and former teammates, including donations to a GoFundMe campaign to cover medical expenses. NFL players such as J.J. Watt and Emmanuel Acho paid tribute to his resilience and spirit in the final months of his life.

He is survived by his two young daughters. Funeral arrangements have not yet been made public.

Braman’s passing marks a heartbreaking loss to the football community, remembered not only for his fearless play on special teams but also for his courage off the field.