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ArticleCalais Cambell's mother dead, brother chargedCaptured July 4, 2026

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Calais Campbell, 39, is entering his 19th NFL season after signing a one-year, $5.5 million contract with Baltimore in April. He is the oldest active defensive player in the NFL going into the 2026 season. He will be 40 on Sept. 1.

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Calais Campbell, 39, entering his 19th NFL season after signing a one-year, $5.5 million contract with Baltimore in April, is the oldest active defensive player in the NFL going into the 2026 season and will be 40 on Sept. 1. His availability and mental state for the 2025 season are now in question following the death of his mother and arrest of his brother on murder charges; the Ravens and Cardinals have issued statements of support and asked for privacy during this difficult time.