As former Ravens player O.J. Brigance’s ALS foundation turns 15, he reflects on his extraordinary longevity March 25, 2023 by The Baltimore Sun Ravens executive O.J. Brigance is among the 2% to 3% of ALS patients who live between 15 and 20 years past their initial diagnosis. He has spent most of his 16 years with the disease advocating and fundraising for others.