Denver Broncos head coach John Fox had a health scare on Saturday after being light-headed led to a trip to a Charlotte area hospital. There were initial reports of chest pain and and a potential heart attack, but they proved to be false.
However, Fox will be held overnight at the hospital for more tests.
As it turns out, Fox is having tests to his heart valve to determine whether or not he will need heart surgery.
From ESPN’s Adam Schefter:
Tests on a valve in Broncos head coach John Fox's heart were conducted today and will continue Sunday to determine if he needs surgery.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) November 3, 2013
If Fox needs surgery, he could miss a crucial part of the team’s season.
If Denver HC John Fox need surgery on heart valve, and people familiar with case believe he will, he could be sidelined up to two months.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) November 3, 2013
We continue to send our best wishes to Fox and hope for a full and speedy recovery. This is a situation that extends well beyond football, so we help that Fox escapes without any serious health issues.