Former Louisville Football Star Browning Nagle Passes Away at 57
Browning Nagle, a former Louisville football star, passed away at the age of 57. The University of Louisville program announced his death on Friday, April 10, 2026.
College career
Nagle played quarterback for the Cardinals from 1987 through 1991. He led Louisville to a victory over Alabama in the 1991 Fiesta Bowl and earned game MVP honors.
Fans remember him as the team’s No. 7. His leadership helped raise the program’s national profile.
Professional career
After college, Nagle was selected in the second round of the 1991 NFL Draft by the New York Jets. His professional career also included time with the Indianapolis Colts and the Atlanta Falcons.
Reaction and legacy
Louisville head coach Jeff Brohm, who served as Nagle’s backup from 1989 to 1990, released a statement offering condolences. Brohm praised Nagle as a Cardinal great and sent thoughts to his wife, Michelle, and the wider family.
The official announcement did not include a cause of death. Funeral plans and further details have not yet been released.
Teams
- New York Jets (drafted, 1991)
- Indianapolis Colts
- Atlanta Falcons
Filmogaz.com extends its condolences to Browning Nagle’s family, friends, and the Louisville community. Coverage will continue as more information becomes available.
