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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 compiled No. 29 overall Jets.
“I always knew this day would come, but I thought I would have more time. Unfortunately, I do not have any family available to donate at this time, so I am turning to you, our New York Jets and Ohio State communities. I need a kidney donor with type 1 blood,” wrote the 41-year-old man.
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New York Jets center Nick Mangold during a game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paul Brown Stadium. (Matthew Emmons/USA Today Sports)
“I am deeply grateful to everyone who will consider making a donation. Most of all, I am grateful to my family, who have been my support every step of the way. This situation reminded me how lucky I am to have such amazing family, friends and community behind me.
“Although it has been a difficult period, I remain positive and focused on the journey ahead. I'm looking forward to better days and to be back at full strength soon. See you at MetLife Stadium & The Shoe very soon.”
New York Jets center Nick Mangold leaves the field after a game against the Arizona Cardinals at the University of Phoenix Stadium. The Cardinals defeated the Jets 28-3 in Glendale, Arizona on October 17, 2016. (Mark J. Rebilas/USA TODAY Sports)
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Mangold spent his entire 11-year career with the Jets, making seven Pro Bowl appearances. He was a two-time first-team All-Pro selection and was also a second-team selection.
He won the national championship with Buckeyes in 2002 as a freshman 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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