Jets Legend Nick Mangold Suddenly Passes Away & Tributes Pour In

New York Jets legend Nick Mangold has passed away.

The team shared the heartbreaking news on social media with a press release.

“Nick Mangold, the Jets’ celebrated center and one of the all-time greats to wear the Green & White during and after his playing career, passed away from complications of kidney disease Saturday night. He was 41,” Jets senior contributor Randy Lange posted.

Mangold leaves behind his wife, Jennifer, and their four children.

Social Media Tributes for Nick Mangold

“RIP Nick Mangold. One of the brightest spots off and on the field for the Jets organization No one had a bad thing to say about him. Praying for his family and loved ones. Deserved to live for another 60+ years,” NYJ Matt posted on X previously Twitter.

“‘Don’t meet your heroes’ never applied to Nick Mangold. A true Jets legend, but an even greater person. Rest in peace, Nick. 🙏,” ESPN radio host Jake Asman posted.

“Nick was more than a legendary center,” said Jets Chairman Woody Johnson shared in a press release. “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.”

“Nick was the embodiment of consistency, strength, and leadership,” said Jets Vice Chairman Christopher Johnson in a press release. “For over a decade, he anchored our offensive line with unmatched skill and determination, earning the respect of teammates, opponents, and fans alike. His contributions on the field were extraordinary — but it was his character, humility, and humor off the field that made him unforgettable.”

“It’s very rare that news will shake me. I’m a little rattled by the Nick Mangold passing. It’s incredibly sad,” Drew from Jersey responded.

“Crushing news: #Jets legend Nick Mangold has passed away, the team announced. He was 41. One of the most beloved Jets of this generation. A pillar on the 06, 09 and 10 playoff teams. Ohio State legend. So sad. Condolences to his family. 🙏,” ESPN’s Rich Cimini posted.

“At a complete loss for words. I was lucky enough to interview Nick Mangold a few years ago and he couldn’t have been nicer and more gracious with his time. Just an unfathomable loss. Doesn’t feel real. Wishing the best to his entire family. Stunning loss for the Jets community,” The Jet Press wrote.

Mangold Recently Asked for Help With His Kidney Situation

On October 14, Mangold posted a statement on his social media platforms asking for help.

“In 2006, I was diagnosed with a genetic defect that has led to chronic kidney disease,” Mangold said via Jets senior reporter Eric Allen. “After a rough summer, I’m undergoing dialysis as we look for a kidney transplant. I always knew this day would come, but I thought I would have had more time.”

“Mangold, 41, said he does not have family able to donate at this time, so he reached out to fans in the hope he can find a match,” Allen added.

Bengals’ Zac Taylor explains 2nd-down run on final drive of 39-38 loss to Jets

CINCINNATI (CINCINNATI ENQUIRER) -Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor was asked after the team’s fourth-quarter collapse and 39-38 loss to the New York Jets about a play call on 2nd-and-10 from the Bengals’ 44-yard line with 42 seconds remaining in the game that resulted in a 1-yard run by Samaje Perine.

“The first-down play - I gotta jog my memory on the second-down play,” Taylor told reporters. “Second down, we’d had some success running in that situation. Obviously, it’s not good when they’re up in there and they jam it up on you, and then the third down didn’t work. We just didn’t get it going.”

Perine had nine carries for 94 rushing yards with a touchdown in the loss.

The Bengals were outscored 23-7 in the final quarter. Cincinnati had led the previously winless Jets 31-16.

“It’s still a long season,” Taylor said. “This is gonna be a difficult season for a lot of teams, and so you just got to be in the thick of it, give yourself an opportunity. This is one that we had right in our grasp, and that’s the disappointing part about it. We were right there. We had this. And so anytime you’ve got a game like that that you can do, and we let it get away from us. It’s frustrating.”

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