Texans' Metchie diagnosed with leukemia, unlikely to play in 2022

Houston Texans rookie wide receiver John Metchie announced Sunday that he's been diagnosed with leukemia.

Metchie, who the Texans selected in the second round of this year's draft, is unlikely to play in 2022.

"Recently, I was diagnosed with APL (Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia), the most curable form of leukemia," Metchie said in a statement. "I am currently receiving great medical care, am in good spirits, and I expect to make a recovery at a later point in time.

"As a result of this diagnosis, I will likely not be playing football this season. My main focus will be on my health and recovery. Thank you in advance for your support and well wishes. I cannot wait to come back stronger than ever."

Metchie entered the NFL after posting a successful career at Alabama. He suffered a torn ACL in December 2021 but caught 96 passes for 1,142 yards and eight touchdowns before the injury.

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