Josh Mauroa former NFL defensive lineman for the Arizona Cardinals, died in April 2026, his family announced. He was only 35 years old. Since his death seemed sudden, the sports world was shocked to learn about it, and many wondered the cause of his death.
The Cardinals paid tribute to Mauro in a public statement, saying they were “saddened” by his death. The team statement continued: “Our thoughts are with his family, friends and everyone who knew him.” “We offer our deepest condolences to everyone who mourns this loss.”
Below, get updates on what we know so far regarding Mauro’s sudden death.
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— Arizona Cardinals (@AZCardinals) April 28, 2026
Who was Josh Mauro?
Mauro was a professional football defensive player, playing for the Cardinals as well as the New York Giants and Oakland Raiders (now Las Vegas Raiders). Mauro went undrafted in 2014 but was committed to his career and proved his abilities on the field.
How did Josh Mauro die? Cause of death updates
At press time, Mauro’s cause of death had not been reported. It is still unclear how he died.
What happened to Josh Mauro?
Mauro died on April 23, 2026, leaving his father. Greg Mauroadvertised on Facebook. Mauro’s father noted in his post that his late son is “now healed.”
“With many tears and broken hearts, yet steadfast in the unshakable certainty that our dear Josh Mauro is now healed and made new — and living in the presence of the Lord — we humbly seek your prayers as our family navigates through the devastating loss of our son, brother, uncle, grandson, and amazing friend,” the post read. “On Thursday, April 23, Josh took his last breath on this earth and his first breath in heaven. The Lord has been our strength in this unimaginable moment. Your prayers for continued strength and comfort mean more to us than words can express.”
Does Josh Mauro have health problems?
Mauro did not reveal any major health problems before his death. However, his father’s Facebook post included a note about the late footballer’s “healing”, sparking speculation among fans.
