Cleveland Browns all-time great Bernie Kosar 'felt like death' as he fights liver disease
Cleveland Browns all-time great quarterback Bernie Kosar says he felt like he was dying in an interview with Cleveland Magazine.
Cleveland Browns all-time great quarterback Bernie Kosar nearly died.
Kosar, 60, was placed on a liver transplant list in spring as he explained his health challenges after being diagnosed with cirrhosis and Parkinson's, he said in an exclusive interview with Cleveland Magazine.
“I wish you could have seen me three months ago,’’ Kosar said, recalling a point in March when he looked unrecognizable. “Maybe not, because I looked like death. I felt like death. E. Coli blood poisoning. Heart trouble. And I thought I needed the liver transplant ASAP. I was in bad shape.’’
Kosar has said his condition improved in recent weeks.
Throughout 12 NFL seasons playing for the Browns, Dolphins, and Cowboys, Kosar showcased his talent, amassing an impressive 23,301 yards and 124 touchdowns through his exceptional passing abilities.
Cleveland drafted him in a supplemental draft in 1985, and Kosar led the Browns to the playoffs in his first season. He went on to earn a Pro Bowl selection in 1988.
For now, Kosar is at least feeling a little better. Though doctors told him he will likely need a new liver soon.
“It’s amazing that you can feel as good as I do despite all this stuff going on," he said, via Cleveland Magazine. "I can see that what I’m doing is making a difference. I strongly believe it will continue. Time will tell.’'
