New York Jets legendary offensive lineman Nick Mangold died from complications with kidney disease, the team announced. The seven-time Pro Bowl center retired in 2018 and has been undergoing dialysis treatments since the spring,

Sunday morning, the Alter High School community learned of the passing of former Knights, Ohio State and NFL legend Nick Mangold, who died at the age of 41 due to kidney disease complications. “This is a sad day for the Alter community,

Mangold grew up in Centerville, Ohio — about 45 miles north of Cincinnati — but remained in New Jersey, close to the Jets’ facility, after his playing career ended. He also recently tried his hand at coaching, overseeing the offensive line for Delbarton School’s varsity team in Morristown, New Jersey, the last two years.

Nick Mangold, a legendary player in the history of the New York Jets, has died suddenly from complications of kidney disease, the team announced Sunday. The news comes two weeks after the seven-time NFL Pro-Bowler revealed he was undergoing dialysis and looking for a kidney donor. He was 41.

“Nick was more than a legendary center,” Jets chairman Woody Johnson said. “He was the heartbeat of our offensive line for a decade and a beloved teammate whose leadership and toughness defined an era of Jets football. Off the field, Nick’s wit, warmth, and unwavering loyalty made him a cherished member of our extended Jets family.”

Few Ohio State football players lit up a room with the zest of life displayed by tough-as-nails Nick Mangold, who died of kidney disease at age 41.

Former New York Jets and Ohio State center Nick Mangold died at age 41 on Saturday. The Jets announced Sunday he died "from complications of kidney disease" and shared a comment from team chairman Woody Johnson.

NFL alum Mark Sanchez returned to social media for the first time since his shocking arrest to mourn his former New York Jets teammate Nick Mangold after his death at 41. “We lost a good man today. I know @realnickmangold will be a hall-of-famer,