Former NFL Defensive End Josh Mauro Dies at 35

Former NFL defensive end Josh Mauro, a rotational player who appeared in more than 80 games over eight seasons, has died at age 35, his family announced this week. Mauro passed away on April 23, according to the public statement shared by his father, Greg Mauro. No cause of death was disclosed.

"With many tears and broken hearts, yet anchored in the unshakable certainty that our precious Josh Mauro is now healed and made new living in the presence of the Lord we humbly covet your prayers as our family walks through the devastating loss," the family's statement read. It continued, "On Thursday, April 23rd, Josh breathed his last breath on this earth and his first breath in heaven."

Born in St. Albans, England, Mauro moved to the United States at age three when his father completed a work assignment in Texas. He grew up in Hurst, Texas, and starred at L.D. Bell High School, earning all-area and all-state honors as one of the nation's top defensive line prospects. At Stanford University, he developed into a key contributor, starting 11 games as a fifth-year senior in 2013 with 51 tackles, 12.5 tackles for loss, four sacks, two forced fumbles and one interception. That year, he...