By Alfredo Di Cesare
At just 35 years old, the former defensive lineman of the NFL Josh Mauro. His death occurred last week for reasons still unknown. However, the news about his death came at the end of the day last Tuesday.
The Arizona Cardinals, Las Vegas Raiders and the family of Mauro They confirmed on social networks. “We are heartbroken to learn of the death of Josh Mauro“The Cardinals said in a statement.
“Our thoughts are with his family, friends and everyone who knew him. We extend our deepest condolences to all who mourn this loss,” they added.
Joshua Daniel Mauro born in St Albans, England, on February 17, 1991. His family moved to Texas when I was three years old. He began his university career in Stanfordwhere he stood out in 2013 by appearing on the lists of ‘Bednarik Award’ and the ‘Ted Hendricks Award’.
Mauro He was not selected in the 2014 Draft, but signed as a free agent with the Pittsburgh Steelers. However, he was subsequently cut in the preseason.
In 2014, he signed with Arizona and managed to debut. The following year he played 14 games in which he recorded 15 tackles, one sack and two forced fumbles.
In 2016 he achieved his best campaign in the NFL with 42 tackles, 13 for loss and 13 starts. His level earned him a two-year renewal until 2017.
In 2018, he signed with Unique York Giantsplaying 12 games for the ‘Great Blue’ with 22 tackles and a sack. In 2019 he left for Oakland/Las Vegas Raiders, where he participated in 13 games, with 16 tackles.