Denver Broncos head coach, John Fox, will undergo an aortic heart valve replacement next week. The surgery will keep him from coaching the team for several weeks.
This is Fox’s third year coaching and the Broncos have had a stellar season so far with a record of 7-1.
According to USA Today, Fox, 58, was taken to a hospital in Charlotte, North Carolina, Saturday after feeling light-headed.
From there, he underwent many tests that revealed he needed immediate surgery.
In a statement released by Fox sports, "Coach Fox was advised by doctors months ago that his defective aortic valve would require this procedure following the 2013 season."
His team added, "As part of his trip to North Carolina over the bye week, he had a preoperative appointment on Thursday with his doctor, who informed him to seek medical attention immediately if he felt any discomfort.”
Fox said, "I look forward to returning to coaching as soon as possible."
The Broncos have not yet announced an interim head coach to replace Fox during his recovery.
The team will take on the San Diego Chargers on Nov. 10.