Nick Mangold, a three-time All-Pro center and member of the New York Jets Ring of Honor, died on Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025. He was 41 years old.
The Jets announced Mangold’s passing along with a statement from owner Woody Johnson and vice chairman Christopher Johnson on Sunday. The sports world mourned the loss, as the news was met with profound sadness from many who were familiar with the retired lineman.
Here is more on Mangold’s death and how the news has been received across the sports world.
Nick Mangold dies at 41
Mangold died on Saturday, Oct. 25. Here is more from the Jets’ statement:
Nick was the embodiment of consistency, strength, and leadership. 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 โ but it was his character, humility, and humor off the field that made him unforgettable.
Nick Mangold cause of death
Mangold died from complications of kidney disease. On Tuesday, Oct. 14, Mangold shared a letter on social media that detailed what he has dealt with.
“In 2006, I was diagnosed with a genetic defect that has led to chronic kidney disease,” Mangold wrote.
He added that he was undergoing dialysis treatments and, for perspective, said “This situation has reminded me how lucky I am to have such an amazing family, friends, and community behind me.”
Nick Mangold kidney transplant
Mangold’s letter outlined that he needed a kidney transplant from a donor with type O blood. He was in search of a donor because no one in his family was able to donate at the time of need.
Mangold died 11 days after reaching out in search of a donor.
NFL world reacts to Nick Mangold death
Among those to react to Mangold’s death are some of the most prominent names in NFL media, his former teammates and coaches.
The Jets have also changed their profile picture on social media to a white No. 74 on a green background, an homage to Mangold’s number during his Jets career.
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โ New York Jets (@nyjets) October 26, 2025
The Ohio State football program is saddened by the news of Nick Mangoldโs passing and sends heartfelt condolences to his family and friends. pic.twitter.com/cvYMOGJ5iC
โ Ohio State Football (@OhioStateFB) October 26, 2025
Nick Mangold was everything you could wish for as a teammate, player, son, friend, husband, father, and American : loyal, hard-working, selfless, caring, and loving. Our hearts go out to the entire Mangold-Buckeye-Jet families. Love that man. We lost a great one.
โ Jim Tressel (@JimTressel5) October 26, 2025
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โ Darrelle Revis (@Revis24) October 26, 2025
“This is a sad day for Jets Nation and especially for all those who knew and loved Nick Mangold.”@BartScott57 remembers his teammate, Nick Mangold:
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โ Jets Videos (@snyjets) October 26, 2025
Rex Ryan mourns the loss of his former player Nick Mangold following his death from kidney disease. pic.twitter.com/xhpJJ0yue3
โ ESPN (@espn) October 26, 2025
“He was the heart and soul of this team… prayers go out to him and his family”
Aaron Glenn on the passing of Nick Mangold: pic.twitter.com/YA25ZkbofC
โ Jets Videos (@snyjets) October 26, 2025
Rest easy Nick Mangold.. My positive prayers & thoughts are with his family
Thru AJ, Iโve learned so much about him. The man, the dad, the husband, the teammate, the EVERYTHING great he was for everybody in his life.
The world lost a damn good man and obviously a legendaryโฆ pic.twitter.com/f675oNQFpV
โ Pat McAfee (@PatMcAfeeShow) October 26, 2025
Prayers to the friends and family of NFL Legend and Ohio State Buckeyes Nick Mangold
โ Cris Carter (@criscarter80) October 26, 2025
Awful news. Prayers for the Mangold family. https://t.co/fgZVa2D3Dm
โ Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) October 26, 2025
Awful news. So sad. A wonderful player and even better guy. RIP Nick Mangold. https://t.co/VRGhsaPiwU
โ Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) October 26, 2025
Oh no. Horrible news. https://t.co/k1M7l8jECc
โ Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) October 26, 2025
A Jet through and through ๐ pic.twitter.com/NSMCxcIPLD
โ New York Jets (@nyjets) October 26, 2025
