Former New York Jets star Nick Mangold has died after complications from kidney disease.
The team announced the news Sunday, less than two weeks after Mangold publicly revealed he was battling a rare genetic disorder and had been placed on kidney dialysis.
Jets owner Woody Johnson honored Mangold in a statement, calling him "the heartbeat of our offensive line for a decade" and a "beloved teammate whose leadership and toughness defined an era of Jets football."
In an October 14 post, the seven-time Pro Bowler shared he was in urgent need of a kidney donor, saying none of his family members were a match.