Former Georgia Bulldogs defensive lineman Deangelo Tyson is fighting colon cancer. Mark Richt, John Theus, and Kirby Smart are among those spreading the message to help Tyson.
Deangelo Tyson is from Statesboro, Georgia, and played for three seasons in the NFL with the Baltimore Ravens. Tyson additionally had a short stint with the Seattle Seahawks.
Tyson played with the University of Georgia under Mark Richt from 2008-2011. The Ravens selected him in the seventh round of the 2012 NFL draft. The former Georgia Bulldog went on to win a Super Bowl in Baltimore.
Now, Deangelo Tyson faces an even tougher challenge: cancer.
Fundraiser by DeAngelo Tyson : Help Deangelo Fight Colon Cancer! https://t.co/LtCn57LIDK
— Coach Kirby Smart (@KirbySmartUGA) July 26, 2021
Tyson detailed his battle on GoFundMe: “My name is Deangelo Tyson and I am asking that you please help my wonderful family including my five children and beautiful wife during this difficult time. As a former Georgia Bulldog and Baltimore Raven I know what it means to fight through hard times. However, at 32 years old I am now facing the biggest fight of all- Colon Cancer!”
Tyson’s bad news is relatively recent. He wrote: “During June we received devastating news that has jeopardized my family and my life. After several months of losing weight (which I attributed to no longer playing sports). I began experiencing severe stomach pains. After a visit to the ER and multiple tests I received the words no one ever wants to hear- “Deangelo you have colon cancer”. I have since had surgery to remove the tumor and will begin chemotherapy right away. There are many hard days ahead.”
We wish Tyson the best and hope he can win another difficult fight.
