ORCHARD PARK, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 15: A Buffalo Bills helmet sits on a bench before a game against the New York Jets at New Era Field on September 15, 2016 in Orchard Park, New York. (Photo by Brett Carlsen/Getty Images)
The Buffalo Bills have been hit with a snowball of tragedy this week, and while star safety Dumar Hamlin appears to be making great strides in his recovery, another beloved member of Bills football is in serious trouble. need some help.
On Friday, the Bills announced that longtime radio voice John Murphy suffered a stroke last weekend. I spent most of my time as a color analyst.
“John Murphy suffered a stroke last weekend. He is recovering at home with his family and is making progress each day. John and Murphy’s family are blessed with excellent care from the staff and doctors at Buffalo General Medical Center. We appreciate everyone’s support,” the team said in a statement.
John Murphy’s duties will be taken over by Chris Brown, who took over from Murphy last week, according to a statement. The team said they look forward to Murphy’s return soon.
The message has already been played over 1 million times, retweeted over 1,000 times, and has 7,200 likes, up in the last 20 minutes.
People across the country are coming out to support Murphy:
“[Praying] for Murph. incredible people. We wish him the best of luck,” wrote ESPN’s Field Yates.
“My thoughts are with John Murphy and his family during this difficult time,” another user wrote.
“Horrible for the Buffalo man. Praying all the way,” wrote the third.
We wish John Murphy continued recovery. get well soon!
