With Super Bowl LX just a few days away, NFL fans are keeping New England Patriots defensive coordinator Terrell Williams in their thoughts.
Williams, 51, was on Mike Vrabel's staff during his run with the Tennessee Titans. He was set to play a pivotal role for the Patriots this season. Unfortunately, he was diagnosed with prostate cancer and has been away from the team since Week 1.
Thankfully, Williams was declared cancer-free during New England's playoff run. He's been cleared to rejoin the team for the Super Bowl.
"He's doing great. He is cancer-free, and he was able to come in and be a part of things that we were doing late in the season based on how he was feeling," Vrabel said. "I'm glad that he can be out here to enjoy this and also help us prepare."
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While it sounds like Williams is doing well in his recovery, NFL fans are still praying for him.
"Best part of the Super Bowl news is seeing Coach Williams," one fan commented.
"Boys are gonna fight and die for Coach," a second fan said. "Let’s get it done!"
"So glad he's there for the Super Bowl," another fan wrote. "Praying for you."
Patriots players are excited about Williams' return.
The Patriots are obviously going to be motivated heading into the Super Bowl. That being said, their players may have a bit more juice this week because Williams is back in the locker room.
"It’s huge, for sure," Patriots linebacker K'Lavon Chaisson said in regards to Williams’ return, via the Associated Press. "Coach has been with us throughout all year, though. We never forgot about him. Everybody continued to call and check on him throughout his recovery but to see him back around and to see him full-time smiling and his very positive energy, it’ll uplift every ounce of joy that we have in our lives."
Patriots safety Jaylinn Hawkins added, "All that he was going through he still managed to show up for us and that’s special and that means a lot."
Can Williams close out this season with a Super Bowl ring? We'll find out on Sunday night.