Jets legend Nick Mangold announced he needs a kidney transplant
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New York Jets legend Nick Mangold announced on social media that he needs a kidney transplant.
The former center said he was diagnosed with a “genetic defect that led to chronic kidney disease” in 2006, the same year he was drafted 29th overall by the Jets.
“I always knew this day would come, but I thought I had more time. Unfortunately, I do not have any family able to donate at this time, which is why I am reaching out to you, our New York Jets and Ohio State communities. I am in need of a blood type O kidney donor,” the 41-year-old wrote.
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New York Jets center Nick Mangold on the bench during a game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paul Brown Stadium. (Matthew Emmons/USA Today Sports)
“I am so grateful to anyone who would consider donating. Most of all, I am grateful for my family, who have been my rock every step of the way. This situation has reminded me how lucky I am to have such amazing family, friends, and community behind me.
“Although this has been a difficult time, I remain positive and focused on the road ahead of me. I look forward to better days and getting back to full strength soon. See you all at MetLife Stadium & The Shoes very soon.”
New York Jets quarterback Nick Mangold leaves the field after the game against the Arizona Cardinals at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Cardinals defeated the Jets 28-3 in Glendale, Arizona, on October 17, 2016. (Mark J. Rebelas/USA TODAY Sports)
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Mangold spent his entire 11-year career with the Jets, where he made seven Pro Bowls. He was a two-time first-team All-Pro selection and was also second-team.
He won a national championship with the Buckeyes in 2002, his junior year, and was inducted into the Jets’ Ring of Honor in 2022.
Retired New York Jets center Nick Mangold looks on before the game against the Cincinnati Bengals at MetLife Stadium on September 25, 2022. (Vincent Carchietta/USA TODAY Sports)
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Mangold played in back-to-back AFC Championship games with the Jets in 2009 and 2010, the same seasons in which he was named first-team All-Pro.
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