Posted on 05/25/2024 3:58:07 PM PDT by george76
Billy Price, the former first-round draft pick for the Cincinnati Bengals, has announced his retirement from the National Football League at the age of 29 due to a severe pulmonary embolism, a condition that nearly cost him his life.
Price, who was drafted by the Bengals in the first round in 2018 as a center, revealed that he underwent emergency pulmonary embolism surgery on April 24 to remove a saddle clot that was entering both of his lungs.
Pulmonary embolism occurs when a blood clot gets lodged in an artery in the lungs, blocking blood flow and causing severe health issues, which can be fatal if not treated promptly.
In an emotional Instagram post, Price shared his gratitude for being alive following the harrowing experience. He expressed his appreciation for the opportunities he had to play in some of the most iconic football venues worldwide and to compete alongside talented teammates.
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In the blink of an eye, everything can be taken away. On April 24th I had emergency pulmonary embolism surgery to remove a saddle clot that was entering both of my lungs. As a healthy 29 year old, an unprovoked pulmonary embolism with no further medical explanation is terrifying.
I am truly thankful to be alive today. Unfortunately, I will be retiring from the NFL as the risk of an internal bleed while on blood thinners creates tremendous risk.
I am truly thankful for the opportunity to have played in some of the greatest atmospheres around the world. I am thankful to have trained and played alongside men who will continue to make Pro Bowls, All Pro Rosters and Hall of Fame recognitions.
To my wife: this career would not have been possible without your continued love and support. The sacrifices you have made over the course of my career do not go unnoticed. I cannot wait to navigate the next chapter in life with you as we continue to grow our family.
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it’s noteworthy that the NFL has maintained high vaccination rates among players and personnel against COVID-19.
According to the NFL, the vaccination rate as of December 15, 2021:
94.6% of NFL players are vaccinated; nearly 100% of NFL personnel are vaccinated. With such a highly vaccinated population, the NFL environment is not comparable to anywhere else in society. We will continue to work with the NFLPA with the goal of having 100% of players vaccinated. 30 of the league’s 32 clubs have an overall vaccination rate of 95% or higher.
He’ll be ok. He made millions.
Yep.
80% of retired NFL players go broke in their first three years out of the League..
forbes.com/sites/leighsteinberg/2015/02/09/5-reasons-why-80-of-retired-nfl-players-go-broke/?sh=52cfda5d78cc
just stop people....there is no connection at all to the vaxx and blood clots in young athletes...its all in your imagination...
(In the blink of an eye, everything can be taken away)
This is actually true, for multiple reasons.
U.S. Mountain Biking Champion — Kyle Warner - 29 years old - was at the peak of his career .. the experimental vaxx ended his racing career..
A three-time Enduro National title winner and professional mountain biker has had his life and career ruined
https://freerepublic.com/focus/f-chat/4012892/posts
Yeah it was a harmless vax
Why isn’t this front-page news? Half of the young men who got myocarditis after the jab now have permanent heart damage…
This is sarcasm, right?
I’m glad Ed McCaffrey was able to do really well post football career. Hopefully his son will do the same.
Wait....don’t tell me...it couldn’t POSSIBLY be from the clot shot, and anyone who thinks it could is just plain nuts!
Offensive linemen, particularly the centers, are pretty intelligent. I could be wrong, but I doubt they fall into the category of those that go broke after their first three years in retirement (also, offensive linemen typically don't have a posse, and an army of sycophants, that they are expected to support).
*80% of retired NFL players go broke in their first three years out of the League..*
70% of active players are black. What does that tell you?
Vax Populi
CLOT SHOT (S)
Then Look up unto The Hills
Whence Our Salvation Comes!
That Last paragraph about Vax rates just twists me up!
Seems the ministry of ‘Truth’ is working overtime.
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