Good news has been shared by the girlfriend and family of former NFL player Peyton Hillis who was injured while reportedly saving his children from drowning earlier this month.
Hillis, 36, was an NFL fullback and in 2011 was on the cover of the popular “Madden” football video game.
His girlfriend, Angela Cole said on Instagram, “A hero. So proud of this man and so incredibly grateful for family and this incredible hospital.
"Peyton is off the ventilator and is on the road to recovery.
"Please continue to pray for he’s still got a ways ahead of him, but thank you for all of your prayers and love and support thus far.