Chiefs Hall of Famer, former Iowa Hawkeye broadcaster and boobie inspector Ed Podolak announced today that he's seeking "professional treatment." Podolak made the announcement in a statement released through the University of Iowa.
"After considerable deliberation with my family and close friends,
I've decided to seek professional treatment," Podolak said in the statement. "Over the last few months
the people closest to me in life have convinced me that treatment is in
my best interest."
Podolak added: "My hope is that treatment will make me a better husband and father and a better person to my friends."
Iowa Athletic Director Gary Barta even cracked the door for a possible return to the broadcast booth.
"He did not officially indicate he will be coming out of retirement, but
in light of this recent development, I've spoken with Learfield and we
have put the search for his replacement on hold," Barta said in a statement.
Eddie, even this Cyclone will be pulling for you.
Read Podolak's full statement after the jump.
Former University of Iowa football player and radio analyst Ed Podolak issued a statement today directed at all Hawkeye fans.
"After considerable deliberation with my family and close friends, I've decided to seek professional treatment. Over the last few months the people closest to me in life have convinced me that treatment is in my best interest.
"The unbelievable outpouring of concern and love from Iowa fans everywhere has also had a big impact on my decision. I'll always be a Hawkeye, but their prayers and well wishes have made this decision much easier.
"I continue to ask for the prayers and thoughts of all Iowa fans as I undertake this journey. My hope is that treatment will make me a better husband and father and a better person to my friends."
University of Iowa Athletics Director Gary Barta had the following statement:
"I wholeheartedly support Ed in his decision to enter treatment. He will be in my thoughts and prayers. We'll all be cheering for him. The number one priority is his health.
"I talked with Ed over the weekend, and he sounded positive and focused about his decision. He did not officially indicate he will be coming out of retirement, but in light of this recent development, I've spoken with Learfield and we have put the search for his replacement on hold.
"From Iowa fans everywhere, good luck, Ed!"
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