Former New York Jets quarterback Browning Nagle has passed away at the age of 57 following a battle with colon cancer, the University of Louisville announced on Friday. Nagle, a legendary figure in Cardinals football history, died earlier this week after a fight with the disease, per Adam Schefter of ESPN.
Browning Nagle is perhaps best remembered for his historic performance in the 1991 Fiesta Bowl. During that game, he led Louisville to a dominant 34-7 victory over Alabama, throwing for 451 yards and three touchdowns. His MVP-caliber performance on the national stage remains one of the most celebrated moments in the history of the program and solidified his reputation as a premier strong-armed passer.
Following his standout collegiate career, Nagle was selected with the 34th overall pick in the second round of the 1991 NFL Draft by the New York Jets. He spent three seasons in New York, notably serving as the team's primary starter during the 1992 campaign where he threw for over 2,200 yards. Nagle also spent time with the Indianapolis Colts and Atlanta Falcons during his five-year professional career before retiring from the league.
The football community has begun pouring out tributes for the former signal-caller who left an indelible mark on both the collegiate and professional levels. He was 57 years old at the time of his passing.
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