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Alex Singleton Returns 23 Days After Cancer Surgery With Key Plays in Broncos' OT Win

A random NFL drug test that flagged elevated hCG led to early diagnosis, prompting swift surgery.

Overview

  • The Denver linebacker was cleared for Week 13 and returned Sunday night against Washington, 23 days after his Nov. 7 testicular cancer surgery.
  • He revealed that elevated hCG found in a random NFL drug test prompted further evaluation that discovered a tumor, and his statement described a favorable outlook with additional test results pending.
  • Singleton missed only Denver’s Nov. 16 win over the Chiefs and still led the team with 89 tackles entering Week 13.
  • In his first game back, he recorded tackles, broke up a deep pass to Zach Ertz late in regulation, and generated pressure in overtime.
  • Denver beat Washington 27-26 in overtime, and Singleton used his platform to urge early detection and regular health screenings.