O.J. Brigance, Former Ravens Player and Super Bowl Champion, Dies at 56
O.J. Brigance, a former Baltimore Ravens player who won a Super Bowl with the team, has died at the age of 56 after battling ALS.
Baltimore, MD, August 17, 2026 —
O.J. Brigance, a former linebacker for the Baltimore Ravens and a Super Bowl XXXV champion, has passed away at the age of 56. Brigance died after a prolonged battle with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease.
Brigance played for the Ravens from 1996 to 1999, establishing himself as a key defensive player during the team’s formative years. He was a member of the 2000 Ravens team that defeated the New York Giants in Super Bowl XXXV, securing the franchise’s first championship.
Following his playing career, Brigance remained involved with the Ravens organization. In 2000, he was diagnosed with ALS. Despite the debilitating effects of the disease, Brigance became a prominent advocate for ALS research and awareness, establishing the Brigance Brigade Foundation to support individuals and families affected by the condition.
His foundation aimed to help those living with ALS by providing resources and raising funds for research into treatments and a cure. Brigance’s own courageous fight against the disease inspired many, and his dedication to the cause continued even as his health declined.
The news of his passing has been met with widespread tributes from former teammates, coaches, and fans, who remember Brigance for his toughness on the field and his resilience and advocacy off it. His legacy extends beyond his Super Bowl win, encompassing his significant contributions to the fight against ALS.
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