Michael Irvin announces he's cancer-free

Hall of Fame receiver Michael Irvin revealed he is cancer-free after undergoing tests on his throat earlier in the week.

"Thank you, God for continuing to answer prayers and thank you all for praying," Irvin posted in an Instagram message on Sunday. "I spoke with Dr. St John at UCLA Medical and she has informed me that all (tests) have come back 100 percent clean. No cancer! It is impossible to express my family and my appreciation for the overwhelming outpour of love, support, and prayers."

The Cowboys legend announced he was undergoing tests Wednesday having suffered from a throat issue for months. He revealed he was frightened by the situation due to previously losing his father to the disease.

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"Spent Sun & Mon in LA at UCLA medical Health (Ronald Reagan Hospital) doing health test. I would not usually do this but this I need to share. Growing up in the ghetto of Ft Lauderdale the one thing you have to conquer to get out is FEAR. I did! As a football player the no fear gift served me well as a blessing and an asset on the field but sometimes off the field it's been a curse and a liability. This past football season after the @dallascowboys beat the @Saints i was so elated and hyped I lost my voice and the problem persisted for almost 2months. After visiting some of the best throat Doctors they thought it to be wise to take a deeper look at the situation. So we schedule and performed a throat biopsy. To give background I share with you that I loss my father at the young age of 51. He had throat cancer. This daemon has chased and vexed me deep in my spirit all my life. So saying I am afraid this time is a big big understatement. I AM TERRIFIED!! My Faith tells me whenever you face great fear you go to your greatness power. Mine is God. I am asking all who will. Could you please send up a prayer to help my family and I deal with whatever the results may be? Thanks for your thoughts and prayers in advanceTM3/4TM3/4I will continue to pray for your fams protection and prosperity as well. May God Bless us all TM3/4TM3/4"

A post shared by Michael Irvin (@michaelirvin88) on Mar 26, 2019 at 2:06pm PDT

Irvin currently works as an analyst for NFL Network.

He was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2007 after totaling 750 catches, 11,904 yards, and 65 touchdowns during his 12 seasons in the NFL.

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