Cardinals ‘heartbroken’ after former defensive end Josh Mauro dies at age of 35
Former Arizona Cardinals and New York Giants defensive end Josh Mauro has died at the age of 35, prompting tributes from his former teams and teammates. His father, Greg Mauro, confirmed the death in a heartfelt Facebook post, stating that Josh passed away on April 23, 2026. The Cardinals expressed their sorrow, calling the news devastating and offering condolences to Mauro's family. Mauro played eight seasons in the NFL, appearing in 80 games with stints across three teams.
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