Minnesota Gophers’ inspirational Casey O’Brien beats cancer for fifth time

Have to love great news in these rough times. This comes from Casey O’Brien, who holds for kicks at the University of Minnesota.

O’Brien tweeted Friday he has beaten cancer … for the fifth time.

Remarkable and wonderful news.

LAST DAY OF CHEMO! 5x Survivor…..God has taken care of me again! Surrounded by all my HERO doctors and nurses. Thankful to be treated at the best hospital in the country @UMNChildrens. Can’t wait to go play football. 💪🏻✝️🎗#5x #RTB @GopherFootball pic.twitter.com/uZpvLb2mNr

— Casey O'Brien (@caseyob14) May 8, 2020

“I appreciate everyone’s support and prayers, and I am looking forward to returning to the field soon. I have complete trust in my team of doctors,” O’Brien said in the tweet. “My Oar is in the water and I will continue to Row the Boat.”

ESPN chronicled his story last year.

Minnesota Vikings tight end weighed in with a great sentiment.

Pretty impressive 5-0 record against that opponent!! #inspiration https://t.co/2aI1T5W7Iq

— Kyle Rudolph (@KyleRudolph82) May 9, 2020

O’Brien got to hold on a PAT last season.