Peyton Hillis, a seven-year NFL pro and cover player for Madden 12, is on the road to recovery following a swimming accident last week.
"Peyton Hillis is a dang Super Hero," Griffin
."He saved his kids from drowning in the ocean while putting his own life in danger for the sake of his family. Glad to hear he is on the road to recovery after being in critical condition." "A hero. So proud of this man and so incredibly grateful for family and this incredible hospital," Cole wrote.Hillis played collegiately at Arkansas. He was selected in the seventh round of the 2008 NFL Draft by the Denver Broncos.
During the 2010 season, Hillis experienced a breakout year with the Browns. He rushed for 1,177 yards and 11 touchdowns. He added 61 receptions for 477 yards and two scores. Hillis later landed the cover of the"Madden 12" video game.
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