A heartbreaking loss for the Eagles family — and a growing wave of questions aimed at the league’s silence

The NFL world is mourning the tragic passing of Bryan Braman, former Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl champion, who died at the age of 38 after a quiet but courageous battle with a rare form of cancer.

Braman, a fierce and fearless linebacker who was a key special teams player during the Eagles’ legendary Super Bowl LII run, passed away surrounded by family.
But while tributes poured in from former teammates and fans, one thing was disturbingly missing:

The NFL stayed silent. And fans are demanding answers.

“He gave his body to this game. Where was the league when he needed them?”

Shortly after the news broke, tributes flooded social media:
“He was our warrior. Our brother. Our heart.”
“Rest easy, Braman. Philly will always remember you.”

But beneath the sorrow, frustration began to rise — because no official statement had been issued by the NFL, even hours after the announcement.

A trending hashtag emerged overnight:
#SayHisNameNFL

Former players and fans alike began calling out the league for failing to publicly honor one of its own, especially one who had suffered a life-threatening condition possibly linked to his time in the sport.

A Fighter On and Off the Field

Braman was never the flashy star — but every teammate knew: he was the backbone.

Undrafted out of West Texas A&M, he clawed his way into the NFL through sheer will and work ethic. Known for his bone-crunching special teams hits, wild hair, and relentless attitude, Braman became a Philly fan favorite.

He was part of the Eagles from 2014 to 2016 and returned in 2017 for the iconic Super Bowl season, helping shape one of the toughest locker rooms in football history.

But after retirement, his battle began anew — this time, not against quarterbacks, but cancer. A rare diagnosis kept quiet until recent months, Braman reportedly kept fighting with the same intensity he showed on the field, but resources and visibility were limited.

No Pension. No Coverage. No Acknowledgment?

This tragedy is re-igniting a national conversation:
What responsibility does the NFL have for the long-term health of its former players?

It’s being reported that Braman’s family had to cover much of the treatment cost themselves. No official mention of league-sponsored support has been made.
For fans, this was the final blow:

“We cheer these men like gladiators… but when they fall, they’re forgotten?”
“Braman gave his life to this game. The NFL can’t even give him a tweet?”

A Call for Change

As the Eagles prepare to honor Braman during the upcoming season, supporters are calling for:

• A public apology or recognition from the NFL

• Better post-career health coverage

• The creation of a “Legacy Care Fund” for players dealing with rare conditions post-retirement

“Let Bryan’s legacy not be just what he did on the field, but what changed because of him.”