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Erin Andrews Reveals Cervical Cancer Surgery in MMQB Exclusive

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Fox NFL sideline reporter Erin Andrews revealed in an MMQB exclusive Tuesday that she underwent surgery to treat cervical cancer in October.

According to Emily Kaplan of MMQB, the 38-year-old broadcasting veteran was notified of the cancer diagnosis the day before covering a Week 3 game between the New York Giants and Washington Redskins during the 2016 regular season.

Andrews underwent surgery on October 11 and didn't initially notify colleagues of her condition.

Despite the surgery, she managed to be on the sidelines for Fox's featured game the following week as well: "Should I have been standing for a full game five days after surgery?