The Denver Broncos are rallying around one of their own.
Recently, Broncos passing game specialist Zack Grossi received a cancer diagnosis. Grossi, 35, revealed that he has felt a bit off over the past few months. He then began having problems breathing. He went to the Broncos medical staff and they ran several tests. After bloodwork and a scan, a tumor was discovered in his chest. He would get diagnosed with a rare form of cancer called a Yolk Sac Tumor.
“The diagnosis is scary, but the good news is it’s highly treatable,” Grossi said in a statement via the Broncos. “I began chemotherapy this week, and after a few more months of chemo, I’ll have surgery to remove the remaining tumor. My approach isn’t so different than getting ready for a game. I’ll stay the course, keep working and keep grinding. Day by day is my motto. I have marching orders from my doctors, and I’m trusting the process.”
We’re fully supporting Passing Game Specialist Zack Grossi as he starts treatment for a recent cancer diagnosis.
“As I begin my fight against cancer, I’ve found peace in knowing that I’m not alone.”
Grossi’s message » https://t.co/AwQBZdamdj#FightLikeABronco pic.twitter.com/3ZTCo6Qo9E
— Denver Broncos (@Broncos) October 12, 2024
Following his diagnosis, many members of the Broncos showed their support for Grossi.
“After I was diagnosed, the outreach from Greg Penner, Carrie Walton Penner and the Broncos was immediate,” said Grossi. “The night of my scan, Greg texted me to tell me I had his and Carrie’s full support. From Sean Payton to George Paton to Beau Lowery, Vince Garcia, Dr. Steven Geraghty and Dr. Andrea Holland, the Broncos’ support was truly overwhelming. They have gone above and beyond, and it’s hard to put into words what it means to me.”
“Everything they’ve done for me, my wife, Jacqueline, and my daughter, Sophia, has been first class. That includes the Broncos Family Network, which has been incredible to my wife. There’s times — because of all the support — when I feel like the luckiest man in the world.”
Grossi will take some time away from the team to focus on his cancer battle.
“Our unwavering support is with Zack and his family as he takes some time away to focus on his health,” Head Coach Sean Payton said. “Knowing what Zack is all about and talking with him since his diagnosis, I have no doubt he will Fight Like A Bronco. We’ll be with him every step of the way and can’t wait to welcome him back to our staff.”
Grossi is in his third season with the Broncos. Before the start of the season, Payton promoted him from quality control coach to passing game specialist.