O.J. Brigance, Former Ravens Player and Executive, Passes Away at 56
O.J. Brigance, a former player and executive for the Baltimore Ravens, passed away on Monday at the age of 56 after a 19-year struggle with ALS, as confirmed by the team.
Brigance, who began his career with the Canadian Football League's Stallions, played a key role in the Ravens' Super Bowl-winning team in 2000, making the first tackle in Super Bowl XXXV. After retiring from the NFL in 2002, he returned to the Ravens in a front-office position focused on player engagement.
Diagnosed with ALS in 2007, Brigance and his wife founded the Brigance Brigade Foundation to support those affected by the disease. His legacy includes not only his athletic achievements but also his commitment to community service and advocacy for ALS awareness.
