A football player is on the road to recovery after a major medical procedure. His head coach shared the update, confirming the player had undergone surgery. The athlete, an 18-year-old offensive tackle, received a new heart.

The coach's confirmation came on a Thursday morning. Further information about the player's condition and prognosis is available from the source.

Details about the player's journey to this point are limited, but it is known that he is an 18-year-old freshman named Johnnie "DJ" Jones.