Former NFL running back Peyton Hillis is reportedly dealing with kidney issues as he remains hospitalized after a swimming accident in Pensacola, Fla. last week.
Although Hillis, who was airlifted to a local hospital after reportedly saving his two kids from drowning at the beach, has made minor improvements, doctors are greatly concerned about his kidneys, according to Memphis’ WREG.com. The 36-year-old Hillis also reportedly sustained lung damage in the incident.
KNWA and Fox24 anchor Alyssa Orange, who covers the Arkansas Razorbacks, shared the same report. Orange also reported on Thursday that Hillis was on a ventilator and remains unconscious in the ICU.
That day, Hillis’ uncle, Greg Hillis, took to Facebook to provide the following update: “I just wanted to let everyone know on Razorback Nation that Peyton is doing better. He’s still in intensive care and having some problems with his kidneys and his lungs but the doctors say he is improving.”
Former Giants running back Peyton Hillis before a game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on October 19, 2014 in Arlington, Texas.Getty Images
Former NFL star Peyton Hillis receiving medical attention on the beach after a swimming accident in Pensacola, Florida on Jan. 4, 2023.TMZ Sports
Former NFL star Peyton Hillis receiving medical attention on the beach after a swimming accident in Pensacola, Florida on Jan. 4, 2023.TMZ Sports
A helicopter arrives to the beach as former NFL star Peyton Hillis required medical attention following a swimming accident in Pensacola, Florida on Jan. 4, 2023.TMZ SportsAdvertisement
On Friday, the University of Arkansas, Hillis’ alma mater, tweeted that he was “doing better after his heroic act saving his family.”
Former NFL players Ryan Clark and Marcus Spears, who currently serve as analysts on ESPN, tweeted their support for Hillis and included a report that said Hillis’ kidneys were not functioning properly.
A prayer vigil was held for Hillis in his native Arkansas inside the football stadium at Shiloh Christian on Sunday.
Peyton Hillis’ kids.Facebook / Peyton Hillis
Source: nypost.com
