Nick Mangold, former star center for Jets, dies at age 41

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Former New York Jets All-Pro center Nick Mangold died following complications from kidney disease on Saturday night. He was 41.

'Nick was more than a legendary center,' Jets chairman Woody Johnson said. 'He was the heartbeat of our offensive line for a decade and a beloved teammate whose leadership and toughness defined an era of Jets football. Off the field,