The NFL community has been hit with a heartbreaking loss after one of their former starting quarterbacks passed away. While it isn’t publicly known how long he had colon cancer, the impacts were heavily felt over the last year.
Here are the devastating details.
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Oct 17, 2022; Inglewood, California, USA; A pink ribbon on the field in recognition of breast cancer awareness month at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images NFL
Oct 17, 2022; Inglewood, California, USA; A pink ribbon on the field in recognition of breast cancer awareness month at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Former NFL Starting Quarterback Passes Away From Cancer
Former New York Jets quarterback Browning Nagle has passed away after a battle of colon cancer. He was 57 years old. Nagle first played for New York after a successful college career with the Louisville Cardinals. In fact he won the Fiesta Bowl in 1991 over the Alabama Crimson Tide. Louisville released a statement after the death:
“We are saddened by the passing of Browning Nagle, former Fiesta Bowl MVP quarterback and Louisville great.His leadership on the field and passion for the game left a lasting mark on our program.
Former Jets quarterback Boomer Esiason also released a statement:
Browning was a great guy. He had an infectious laugh and was so much fun to be around. We often competed against each other while also showing respect for one another.
I will always remember the laughter and infectious spirit Browning had and how much he enjoyed out-driving me on the golf course. May he rest in peace knowing he lived an impactful life.
Browning Nagle - Image Via Getty
Browning Nagle – Image Via Getty
Browning Nagle’s Career Stats
In the NFL Nagle had the following accomplishments:
24 career games played (14 career starts)
2,487 passing yards
8 touchdowns
20 interceptions
4-10 career starting record
In college Nagle recorded the following stats:
33 career games
4,653 passing yards
32 touchdowns
21 interceptions
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this hard time.
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