Former Jets QB Browning Nagle Dies at 57 After Cancer Battle
Former New York Jets quarterback Browning Nagle died at age 57 after battling colon cancer. The University of Louisville announced his death Friday. Nagle was drafted by the Jets in the second round of the 1991 NFL Draft.
Former New York Jets quarterback Browning Nagle died this week at age 57 after a battle with colon cancer, the University of Louisville announced Friday.
Nagle was best known for his college career at Louisville, where he became a star quarterback. His most famous moment came in the 1991 Fiesta Bowl, where he delivered what ESPN called an "epic performance" that made him a household name.
The Jets selected Nagle in the second round of the 1991 NFL Draft. He was known as a strong-armed passer who showed great promise coming out of college. During his standout 1989 season at Louisville, he threw 32 touchdowns and passed for 4,653 yards.
Nagle's professional career didn't match his college success, but he remained a beloved figure among Louisville fans and teammates. His death adds to the growing awareness of colon cancer's impact on younger adults.
Colon cancer affects about 150,000 Americans each year and is the second-leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States.
Nagle's death highlights the ongoing battle many face with colon cancer, which affects thousands of Americans each year. His story shows how the disease can impact even elite athletes who appeared to be in peak physical condition.
Louisville will likely hold memorial services. Details about funeral arrangements have not been announced.
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