O.J. Brigance's Legacy of Courage | Louisville News

O.J. Brigance, the Super Bowl champion who made history with the first tackle in the 2001 game, has died at 56 — but his legacy lives on through his courage, compassion, and relentless fight against ALS. Diagnosed in 2007, he didn’t just endure — he transformed his journey into purpose, co-founding the Brigance Brigade Foundation to empower others battling the disease. Even while using a wheelchair and communication device, he remained deeply involved with the Ravens as a senior advisor, proving that resilience knows no bounds. A rare dual-sport hero who won both a CFL title and Super Bowl in Baltimore, O.J. saw his greatest triumph not on the field, but in lifting others up. His life was a testament to living boldly, loving fiercely, and leaving an indelible mark on every soul he touched. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ee52f7bed19ff951