O.J. Simpson Reportedly Diagnosed with Prostate Cancer: A Look at the Legacy of the Hall of Fame Running Back
Former Buffalo Bills running back O.J. Simpson, renowned as a Hall of Fame legend, has reportedly received a diagnosis of prostate cancer, according to information from Local News 10 in Miami released on Friday and subsequently confirmed by TMZ. The 76-year-old Simpson is said to be undergoing chemotherapy in Las Vegas. Concurrently with the reports on his cancer diagnosis, Simpson shared a video on X (formerly Twitter) addressing rumors of him being in hospice care, neither confirming nor denying the news of his reported illness.
Hospice??? pic.twitter.com/OXLzs9jWO6
— O.J. Simpson (@TheRealOJ32) February 9, 2024
Recognized as a Pro Football Hall of Famer, Heisman Trophy winner, 1973 MVP, and Offensive Player of the Year, Simpson achieved six Pro Bowl selections and five All-Pro honors. Despite his illustrious football career, Simpson remains infamous for his 1995 double-murder trial, consistently asserting his innocence. Subsequently, he faced legal issues leading to a nine-year imprisonment in Nevada for armed robbery.
After an impressive Heisman-winning tenure at USC, Simpson was the first overall pick in the 1969 NFL Draft by the Buffalo Bills. Fondly referred to as “The Juice,” he spent nine seasons in Buffalo, topping the league in rushing four times during that period. Simpson concluded his Bills career with 2,123 rushes for 10,183 rushing yards and 57 touchdowns in 112 games. Additionally, he contributed 175 catches for 1,924 receiving yards and 12 more scores. Following two years with the San Francisco 49ers, Simpson concluded his NFL journey in 1979.
