O.J. Brigance, who won a Super Bowl with the Baltimore Ravens before battling ALS, dies at age 56
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — O.J. Brigance, who won a Super Bowl with the Baltimore…
O.J. Brigance, a former Baltimore Ravens NFL football player and senior advisor to player development, has passed away at the age of 56, the NFL team announced. Brigance won a Super Bowl with the Ravens in 2000 before his life took a dramatic turn when he was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) in 2007. Despite his physical limitations, Brigance remained a passionate advocate for those affected by ALS, co-founding the Brigance Brigade Foundation in 2007.
The foundation's mission is to support individuals battling ALS, providing them with resources and encouragement. Throughout his time with the Ravens, Brigance served as a mentor and motivation for his fellow players, working tirelessly to support them at various stages of their careers.
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