New York Jets legend and former Ohio State First Team All-American Nick Mangold needs a kidney, and he's reaching out to the public for help. The 41-year-old former center posted a message on social media Tuesday announcing that a genetic defect has led to chronic kidney disease, and that he's undergoing dialysis.

Mangold needs a kidney donor with type O blood. Read his full statement below:

"This isn't an easy message to share, but I want to be open about what's been happening with me and my health.

In 2006, I was diagnosed with a genetic defect that has led to chronic kidney disease. After a rough summer, I'm undergoing dialysis as we look for a kidney transplant. I always knew this day would come, but I thought I would have had more time.

Unfortunately, I do not have any family a

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