NFL: Former Arizona Cardinals defensive end Josh Mauro has died aged 35
Former NFL player Josh Mauro has died at the age of 35.
The British-born defensive end played in 80 games between 2014 and 2021, most of them for the Arizona Cardinals.
His father Greg confirmed it on social networks, external that he died last Thursday. The cause of his death has not been revealed.
“We are heartbroken to learn of the passing of Josh Mauro,” the Cardinals said in a statement.
“Our thoughts are with his family, his friends and all those who knew him. We offer our deepest condolences to all who mourn this loss.”
Mauro, who also played for the New York Giants, Oakland Raiders and Jacksonville Jaguars, was born in St Albans when his father was working in the UK. His family returned to the United States when he was three years old.
Former Cardinals player and executive Adrian Wilson said, “I had the opportunity to work with Josh for several years with [coach Bruce Arians].
“[Josh was] always in good shape, always ready to go wherever he got that call. One of the things I respected most about him was that you could count on him.”
