O.J. Brigance, a former Baltimore Ravens player and senior adviser to player development, dies at 56 following a long battle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), according to multiple reports. Brigance had a seven-season NFL playing career before later working in the Ravens organization in player-development roles.
Both outlets describe his ALS diagnosis and timeline. One report says Brigance is diagnosed at age 38 and ultimately spends years battling the disease. Another report frames his death as the end of a lengthy illness and highlights his prior experience with the Ravens as both a player and an executive. While the articles focus on different aspects of his Ravens career, they agree on his roles within the organization and that his death follows a prolonged ALS fight.
The coverage consistently places Brigance’s passing within the Ravens community, noting his continued involvement with player development after his playing days. Neither outlet disputes the basic account of his diagnosis or age.
