LSU defensive back [autotag]Greg Brooks Jr.[/autotag] underwent emergency surgery Friday to remove a “large brain tumor,” coach [autotag]Brian Kelly[/autotag] said Wednesday during the SEC coaches teleconference.
Brooks had apparently been dealing with vertigo during the preseason, and after another episode of dizziness last Wednesday, the team decided to get an MRI for Brooks, which revealed the tumor.
Kelly said that it remains too early to know whether Brooks will be able to return to the field this season.
Brooks was a surprise scratch from the Mississippi State game on Saturday. Kelly declined to go into detail at the time, only referring to Brooks’ unavailability as being due to a medical emergency.
Asked whether or not Greg Brooks plays again this season, Brian Kelly said it's basically too early to know. As much as Brooks wants to, "there are so many unanswered questions." https://t.co/vIjQdjRyQB
— Wilson Alexander (@whalexander_) September 20, 2023
“Greg Jr. was diagnosed last week with a large brain tumor that required emergency surgery,” Brooks’ family said in a statement. “Doctors successfully performed the procedure Friday to remove the mass, and we are awaiting biopsy results.
“Greg continues to fight, and we await further clarity on the extent of that battle. His incredible strength of character gives us confidence, but we also know that he needs our support now more than ever. Please keep Greg and our family in your prayers.”
The family of @LSUfootball Greg Brooks Jr. shares he had a large brain tumor that required emergency surgery.
"Greg continues to fight and we await further clarity of that battle." #LSU pic.twitter.com/30KtGZ2qss
— Jacques Doucet (@JacquesDoucet) September 20, 2023
We join the rest of the LSU community in wishing Brooks a speedy and successful recovery.
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