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Seattle Seahawks Jesse Williams diagnosed with cancer

Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Jesse Williams has a new opponent, and it has nothing to do with Football. Instead of fighting for a roster spot, Williams is now fighting for his life.

Jesse Williams found out that he had papillary Type 2 cancer and will be undergoing kidney surgery as announced on Monday, May 18th.

“Although disappointing, I am a fighter and will handle this,” Williams, 24, said in a statement, via NBC Sports. “I am going to focus on my health and fighting this battle with a return to football as my ultimate goal.