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Bernie Kosar Celebrates Successful Liver Transplant, Embraces New Life

11/19/2025

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Bernie Kosar, former Cleveland Browns quarterback, underwent a successful liver transplant on November 17, 2025, after battling major bleeding and liver failure.
Speaking from University Hospitals, Kosar expressed gratitude for the medical team and for fans and the Browns organization, which have covered his medical expenses.
He remains optimistic about his future and aims to help others heal, saying, "This is the first day of the rest of my life."

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Bernie Kosar, former Cleveland Browns quarterback, underwent a successful liver transplant on November 17, 2025, after battling major bleeding and liver failure.
Speaking from University Hospitals, Kosar expressed gratitude for the medical team and for fans and the Browns organization, which have covered his medical expenses.
He remains optimistic about his future and aims to help others heal, saying, "This is the first day of the rest of my life."