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Cleveland Browns Legend Bernie Kosar Says He Will Have Liver Transplant Surgery Monday Morning
Kosar underwent five surgeries this week to control bleeding and was delayed by infection; he is on the transplant list and faces life-threatening risks, doctors said.
- On Sunday, Cleveland Browns legend Bernie Kosar posted from his University Hospitals bed awaiting word about a potential liver transplant, thanking supporters and expressing excitement and anxiety.
- Medical complications this week forced Kosar's bleeding to start Sunday, leading to procedures Tuesday through Thursday and delaying last weekend's transplant, sources say.
- Kosar, a former NFL quarterback, played 12 seasons after leading University of Miami to the 1983 title and ranks third in Cleveland Browns history with 21,904 passing yards.
- Dr. Anthony Post said Kosar's condition briefly improved but deterioration risks his life, and Kosar's family GoFundMe supports hospital expenses as his transplant is scheduled Monday morning.
- Kosar framed the possible transplant around NFL gameday, noting `old Browns are playing the new Browns`, as fans and the broader Cleveland community followed his Friday updates asking for prayers.
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Bernie Kosar says he will receive a liver transplant Monday morning
Former NFL quarterback Bernie Kosar is set to receive a liver transplant Monday morning. He shared the news in a social media post Sunday night, expressing gratitude for the support he's received.
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