Former NFL player Josh Mauro's tragic cause of death revealed after league was left 'devastated' by ex-Cardinals and Giants man's sudden passing at 35

Former NFL defensive end Josh Mauro died from an accidental drug overdose last month, it has been revealed.

Mauro, an English-born defensive lineman, passed away at the age of 35 on April 23, according to a public statement shared by his father Greg. 

One month on from his tragic death, The California Post has revealed that the ex-Arizona Cardinals man suffered an accidental drug overdose.

More to follow.