Former New York Jets center Nick Mangold has put out a public plea asking fans to consider donating a kidney. The 41-year-old, who was selected by the Jets in the first round of the 2006 NFL Draft, shared a heartfelt message on Instagram , revealing that he has been privately battling a serious health condition since 2006. Nick revealed that he was "diagnosed with a genetic defect that has led to chronic kidney disease," forcing him to reach out to the public to find a donor so he can have a life-saving kidney transplant.

"To my NY Jets & Ohio State Buckeye communities. This isn't an easy message to share, but I want to be open about what's been happening with me and my health," Nick began. "In 2006, I was diagnosed with a genetic defect that has led to chronic kidney disease. After a

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