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Former NFL Linebacker Bryan Braman Dies at 38 After Cancer Battle

Bryan Braman, a Super Bowl-winning linebacker, has died at 38 after a courageous fight against a rare and aggressive brain cancer.

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  • Bryan Braman, a former NFL linebacker, passed away at 38 after a long battle with a rare form of brain cancer diagnosed in February.
  • He underwent various treatments including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and surgeries in an effort to combat the disease.
  • Three GoFundMe campaigns raised over $88,000 to support his treatment before his passing.
  • Braman played for the Houston Texans and Philadelphia Eagles during his NFL career, winning a Super Bowl.
  • He is survived by his two daughters, Blakely and Harlowe, aged 11 and 8, respectively.
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"Bryan Braman, who made a key-but-overlooked play in the Philadelphia Eagles’ Super Bowl victory in 2018, died Wednesday night following a brain cancer diagnosis made earlier this year, his agent said."

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"Braman was 38."

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Bryan Braman was diagnosed with a very rare and aggressive form of brain cancer, though the specific type was not publicly disclosed.

He underwent chemotherapy, immunotherapy including CAR-T cell treatment, and multiple surgical procedures in an effort to combat his rare brain cancer.

Braman played a key role as a special teams player, notably blocking a punt in the Divisional Round against the Atlanta Falcons, and recorded one tackle in the Super Bowl where the Eagles defeated the Patriots 41-33.

Three GoFundMe campaigns were launched, collectively raising over $88,000 to assist with his medical expenses that were not covered by insurance.

Bryan Braman is survived by his two daughters, Blakely and Harlowe, who were 11 and 8 years old respectively at the time of his passing.

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