O.J. Brigance, Former Ravens Linebacker and Super Bowl Champion, Dies at 56
O.J. Brigance, a former Baltimore Ravens linebacker and Super Bowl champion, has died at the age of 56. He was serving as the team's senior advisor to player development.
Cleveland Akron, OH, August 17, 2026 —
O.J. Brigance, a former linebacker for the Baltimore Ravens and a Super Bowl champion, has died at the age of 56. Brigance had been a part of the Ravens organization in a player development role at the time of his passing.
Brigance played for the Ravens from 1996 to 1999, contributing to the team’s defensive efforts. He was a member of the Ravens squad that won Super Bowl XXXV following the 1999 season. After his playing career, Brigance remained with the Ravens, transitioning to a role as senior advisor to player development. In this capacity, he was involved in guiding and supporting current players within the organization.
The circumstances surrounding his death were not detailed in the provided information. Brigance’s age at the time of his death was 56. His contributions as both a player and a mentor within the Ravens franchise were noted.
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