Orlando Daytona Beach Melbourne, FL, October 17, 2026 —

Former Detroit Lions punter Kasey Redfern has died at age 35 following a battle with brain cancer.

The information provided identifies Redfern as a former punter for the Detroit Lions and says he had been battling brain cancer. It does not state when or where he died, when he was diagnosed, or how long he had been ill. No additional details about his death were provided.

Redfern’s career history beyond his former role with the Lions was not included in the available information. The circumstances of his time with the team, including when he played, were also not specified. No statements from relatives, former teammates, the team or other representatives were provided.

The information does not describe the type or stage of Redfern’s brain cancer, the treatment he received, or any other medical details. It also does not identify a public announcement source. Those details cannot be confirmed from the information available here.

At this time, the confirmed information is limited to Redfern’s identity as a former Detroit Lions punter, his age of 35 and his death following a battle with brain cancer. Further details about his life, football career and the circumstances surrounding his death were not provided.


Story summarized from the original created by Kevin.Miller@fox.com (Kevin Miller) on www.fox35orlando.com, see more information here.

Media gallery

About The Author
SignalNewsAI