Former Alabama star wide receiver John Metchie III diagnosed with Leukemia | Will miss the 2022 season with Texans
John Metchie III was one of the top rated football players in the 2022 NFL Draft. The star wide receiver was eventually drafted by the Houston Texans and it was a great move for the team.
Unfortunately, the team found out that Metchie III was recently diagnosed with leukemia and will now miss the entire 2022 season. The 22-year-old wide out posted this statement.
“Recently I was diagnosed with APL (Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia), the most curable from of Leukemia,” he wrote in a statement.
“I am currently receiving great medical care, am in good spirits and I expect to make a recovery at a later point in time.
“As a result of this diagnosis, I will likely not be playing football this season. My main focus will be on my health and recovery.
“Thank you in advance for your support and well-wishes. I cannot wait to come back stronger than ever. God Bless.”
Metchie III was the 44th pick in the 2022 NFL Draft. He was a superstar in Alabama where he racked up 1,142 yards and 8 touchdowns last year alone.
We are praying for the young wide receiver, and we ask that you please lift him up as well.
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