Foster Moreau, NFL Tight End, announces hiatus following Hodgkin’s lymphoma diagnosis
NFL tight end Foster Moreau is stepping away from football after being diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma, according to a statement from the Las Vegas Raiders.
The team announced Monday that Moreau, 24, received the diagnosis "recently" and is "currently in his hometown of New Orleans beginning treatment." The statement said Moreau "is expected to make a full recovery."
"We are with Foster every step of the way and know he will come out of this stronger than ever," the Raiders said in the statement. "Foster is a fighter and will continue to inspire us all along the way."
Moreau, who played college football at Louisiana State University, was drafted by the Raiders in the fourth round of the 2019 NFL Draft. In three seasons with the team, he has recorded 41 receptions for 421 yards and eight touchdowns.
Moreau announced the news himself in a statement posted to his social media accounts on Monday.
"I'm saddened to announce that I have recently been diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma," Moreau wrote. "My faith is strong, my faith is unwavering and my vision is clear. This is just another obstacle that I am going to have to overcome."
He continued, "I am excited to attack this adversity with an intention of coming out victorious and better than ever."
Hodgkin's lymphoma is a type of cancer that begins in the white blood cells, called lymphocytes. It is considered one of the most curable types of cancer, with a five-year survival rate of around 87%, according to the American Cancer Society.
Many fans and fellow NFL players have offered their support to Moreau on social media since the announcement.
"I know you'll overcome this man," wrote Denver Broncos tight end Noah Fant on Twitter. "Praying for you brother."
Moreau is not the first NFL player to be diagnosed with cancer. Other players who have battled the disease include Eric Berry, James Conner, and Mark Herzlich.
