Josh Mauro, a former standout college football player who went on to play eight seasons in the NFL, has died at the age of 35. His family shared the news on Tuesday, though the cause of death has not been disclosed.
"With many tears and broken hearts, yet anchored in the unshakable certainty..." the family statement began, though further details were not immediately available.
Mauro played defensive end for Stanford University before entering the NFL as an undrafted free agent in 2014. He went on to play for the Pittsburgh Steelers, Arizona Cardinals, and Las Vegas Raiders, recording 6.5 sacks and 125 tackles over his career.
Tributes from former teammates and coaches have poured in on social media, remembering Mauro as a dedicated player and a beloved teammate.