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Former Cardinals DE Josh Mauro Dies at 35

4/30/2026

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Josh Mauro Dies

Josh Mauro, former Arizona Cardinals defensive end, died on April 23, 2026, at age 35.
Greg Mauro announced on Facebook that his son breathed his last breath on earth and his first in heaven.
The Arizona Cardinals issued a statement expressing heartbreak and extending condolences to Mauro’s family, friends and fans.
Former teammates Adrian Wilson and J.J. Watt posted tributes praising Mauro’s dependability and lamenting the loss of a player.

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Josh Mauro Honored

Josh Mauro earned All-Pac-12 honorable-mention honors in 2013 as Stanford’s defensive end.
He posted 51 tackles, 12.5 tackles for loss, four sacks, two forced fumbles and one interception that season.
Mauro was selected for the East-West Shrine Game, highlighting his status among college prospects.
His collegiate success helped Stanford reach two Rose Bowls and led to his signing as an undrafted free agent in 2014.

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Josh Mauro Dies

Josh Mauro, former Arizona Cardinals defensive end, died on April 23, 2026, at age 35.
Greg Mauro announced on Facebook that his son breathed his last breath on earth and his first in heaven.
The Arizona Cardinals issued a statement expressing heartbreak and extending condolences to Mauro’s family, friends and fans.
Former teammates Adrian Wilson and J.J. Watt posted tributes praising Mauro’s dependability and lamenting the loss of a player.

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