APHall of Fame center/linebacker Chuck Bednarik is conscious, sitting up and talking at St. Luke’s Hospital but is not ready to be released, his family says.
“They’re still running tests on him,” son-in-law Ken Safarowic told Jeff McLane of the Philadelphia Inquirer. “It’s not a heart attack. His heart is as strong as when he was playing. But I think he’ll be in the hospital for a couple more days.”
The 85-year-old Bednarik, who played for the Eagles from 1949 to 1962 and was the last full-time two-way player in the NFL, is a longtime fan favorite for his toughness, which is even on display in the hospital.
“I wish I could say he’s resting comfortably, but he’s never been one to be comfortable sitting still,” Safarowic said. “He’s like, ‘Get me the hell out of here.’ “
We hope he’ll be the hell out of there soon.
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two way player, WOW, did he get double pay for that? have to love old school! get well soon
Godspeed Charlie!!
Last of the 60 minute men!!!!
Best wishes to Chuck —- A longtime fan favorite for his toughness —- And to think toughness is now basically being outlawed in the new wussy NFL — It makes you want to just go back in time —- Get well soon Chuck Bednarik
Good to hear, get well buddy.