Dylan Horton’s rookie season came to an abrupt end. houston texans The defensive end announced in November that he would be taking an indefinite leave of absence from the team due to “personal health issues.”
On Monday, Horton revealed his diagnosis. stage 4 hodgkin lymphoma.
Dylan Horton, No. 92 of the Houston Texans, runs around during an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at NRG Stadium on Sunday, October 1, 2023 in Houston, Texas. (Ryan Kang/Getty Images)
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However, he also shared the good news that the second-year player is now in remission.
“On December 1, 2023, I was diagnosed with Stage 4 Hodgkin Lymphoma. By the grace of God, I am happy to say that I am now in remission,” Horton said in a statement released by his team. .
#92 Dylan Horton of the Houston Texans lunges at the passer during an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at NRG Stadium on November 5, 2023 in Houston, Texas. (Cooper Neal/Getty Images)
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“I am grateful for the love and support from my family and friends. texans organization “My next goal is to complete my treatment and get back to playing the game I love,” he continued. Thank you for your prayers and support as I continue this journey. ”
Houston Texans defensive end Dylan Horton (age 92) makes a tackle in the second quarter of the NFL game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Houston Texans on October 1, 2023 at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas. celebrate. (Leslie Plaza Johnson/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
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4th round pick TCU’s Horton appeared in 10 games with the Texans and recorded 13 tackles. He also recovered a fumble and had two quarterback hits.
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