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Bernie Kosar Heads Into Third Procedure After Internal Bleeding Returns

The former Browns quarterback did not receive a hoped-for liver over the weekend, remaining on the transplant list.

Overview

  • Kosar posted a video Wednesday from a bed at University Hospitals in Cleveland before heading in for a third surgery.
  • He said doctors performed two aggressive procedures to try to stop internal bleeding after a hoped-for transplant over the weekend did not happen.
  • He remains on the liver transplant list as his medical team manages the bleeding.
  • He asked for prayers and financial support via ShopKosar.com, noting efforts to assist veterans, first responders and former athletes.
  • Coverage notes years of football-related health problems and that he moved to University Circle to stay close to care, with weight swings of about 40 pounds.