Wilkes Barre Scranton Hazleton, PA, October 6, 2026 — Missouri freshman offensive lineman DJ Jones has been hospitalized and is awaiting a heart transplant.

The young athlete is currently receiving care at the Mayo Clinic located in Jacksonville, Florida. The extent of his condition and the timeline for a potential transplant were not detailed.

Jones, a freshman for the Missouri football program, was a notable recruit for the team. Further details regarding the circumstances leading to his hospitalization or the specific football program updates were not immediately available.

The Mayo Clinic is a leading academic medical center known for its expertise in complex cardiac care and transplantation services.


Story summarized from the original created by MAURA CAREY, Associated Press on www.2822news.com, see more information here.

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