The entire football community woke up to gutting news. Nick Mangold, Ohio State Buckeyes and longtime New York Jets anchor, passed away at 41 while dealing with a grim disease. As thoughts and prayers poured in for Mangold, his college also issued a heartfelt post in his honor.

“The Ohio State Football program is saddened by the news of Nick Mangold’s passing and sends heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.”

Mangold’s impact cut far deeper than game day highlights. He was the center of gravity for any locker room he entered. His real love? The players around him. Once asked what he’d miss the most about Ohio State, he didn’t mention a single record. Instead, he noted:

“More than anything, I’ll miss being around my teammates on and off the field. There is nothing like t

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