Former Panthers tight end Greg Olsen announced Monday his son, TJ, could require a heart transplant due to issues relating to a congenital heart defect.
TJ, 8, required three heart surgeries upon birth as well as the installation of a pacemaker. Olsen tweeted Monday TJ's heart was "reaching its end."
"This past week has been exceptionally challenging for our family," Olsen tweeted. "Unfortunately, it seems his heart is reaching its end. We are currently working through the process to determine our next steps, which ultimately could lead to a heart transplant."
Olsen retired in 2020 after 14 NFL seasons.