Tedy Bruschi's Family Provides Update on Former Patriots Star After He Suffered a Stroke Thursday
By Scott Rogust
The NFL world was struck with the horrible news that former New England Patriots linebacker and current ESPN analyst Tedy Bruschi suffered a stroke on Thursday.
Hours after his family asked for privacy, they released an official statement on Friday night, saying that Bruschi is recovering well at Sturdy Memorial Hospital, thanks in part to noticing the symptoms early.
Tedy's Team has issued the following statement on behalf of the Bruschi family. pic.twitter.com/CuwmHobvl3
— Tedy's Team (@TedysTeam) July 5, 2019
The Brushci family continued, expressing their gratitude for the prayers and well wishes from fans and colleagues alike.
Thank you all for the outpouring of love and support for Tedy and his family. He is home resting and recovering nicely. He is appreciative of all the kind words and well wishes from his fans, friends and community. ???
— Tedy's Team (@TedysTeam) July 5, 2019
Brushci suffered a stroke back in 2005, just days after playing in the Pro Bowl. He missed the first six weeks of that season, but being the warrior that he was on the gridiron, Bruschi showed no effects in his return. As a result, he was named the 2005 NFL Comeback Player of the Year award.
After suffering his first scare, Bruschi created "Tedy's Team," a running club which raises funds for the American Stroke Association.
It's certainly great news to hear from the Bruschi family, and we hope to see the former linebacker back on the air soon.