Casey O’Brien’s Cancer Returns

O’Brien played fullback for the Gophers from 2010-2013

Former Gophers star reveals cancer has returned over six years after first diagnosis

Former Gophers fullback Casey O'Brien announced Tuesday that his cancer has returned more than six years after he was first diagnosed.

O'Brien, who played for the Gophers from 2010-2013, was first diagnosed with stage 3 Hodgkin lymphoma in 2016. He underwent chemotherapy and radiation treatment and was declared cancer-free in 2017.

O'Brien says he's "not giving up" and is "determined to beat this thing again."

O'Brien's announcement has been met with an outpouring of support from the Gophers community and beyond.

"Casey is a fighter and he's going to beat this again," said Gophers head coach P.J. Fleck. "Our thoughts and prayers are with him and his family."

O'Brien's story is an inspiration to us all. He's shown us that anything is possible if you never give up.

We're all behind you, Casey!

Here's what you need to know about O'Brien's cancer

* O'Brien was first diagnosed with stage 3 Hodgkin lymphoma in 2016. * He underwent chemotherapy and radiation treatment and was declared cancer-free in 2017. * O'Brien's cancer has now returned. * O'Brien is "not giving up" and is "determined to beat this thing again." * The Gophers community and beyond has rallied around O'Brien, offering their support.

How you can help O'Brien

* Send him a message of support on social media. * Donate to his GoFundMe page. * Pray for him and his family.

More information about Hodgkin lymphoma

* Hodgkin lymphoma is a type of cancer that starts in the lymphatic system. * It's the most common type of cancer in people between the ages of 15 and 30. * The symptoms of Hodgkin lymphoma can include: * Swollen lymph nodes * Fever * Chills * Night sweats * Weight loss * Fatigue * Hodgkin lymphoma is treatable, and most people who are diagnosed with it go on to live long and healthy lives.