Former Super Bowl champion Bryan Braman is known for his strength on the football field — but now he’s facing a different kind of fight: cancer. In a recent emotional interview, Braman revealed that he chose not to tell his daughters about his diagnosis at first, unsure of how severe or aggressive the illness might be.

“I didn’t know what I was up against,” Braman shared. “As a father, my first instinct was to protect them from fear and uncertainty.”

The former linebacker, who earned his championship ring with the Philadelphia Eagles, has been quietly battling the disease while keeping a strong face for his family. According to close friends, Braman has remained incredibly focused on treatment and recovery, drawing strength from his loved ones and his past as a high-performance athlete.

Now, as his condition and treatment path become clearer, Braman has started opening up to his daughters — aiming to inspire them with courage, transparency, and love.

“I want them to know it’s okay to be scared — but also that it’s okay to fight,” he said.

Braman’s story is one of resilience, fatherhood, and the power of facing life’s toughest challenges with heart.