Months before Patriots left tackle Nate Solder celebrated his team's win over the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl XLIX, he waged a personal battle away from the spotlight that altered his perspective on life and football.
In April 2014, Solder was diagnosed with testicular cancer, which he revealed last month. Solder, 27, learned of the cancer, which was present in one of his testicles, during a routine physical and had it removed before going on to play in all 19 regular- and post-season games for the Pats.
On Tuesday during a break from Patriots OTAs at Gillette Stadium, Solder discussed the diagnosis and treatment behind him as well as his aims for his football future.