College Football World Reacts To The News Of Bobby Bowden’s Terminal Illness

Legendary Florida State coach Bobby Bowden shared some heartbreaking news on Thursday. The 91-year-old has been diagnosed with a terminal condition.

Bowden said he is “at peace”.

“I’ve always tried to serve God’s purpose for my life, on and off the field, and I am prepared for what is to come,” Bowden said in a statement shared with the Democrat. “My wife Ann and our family have been life’s greatest blessing.”

'I am at peace': FSU's Bobby Bowden diagnosed with a terminal medical condition https://t.co/4DnxSbCjE7 via @tdonline

— Jim Henry﮷ (@JimHenryTALLY) July 21, 2021

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Bobby Bowden’s health allegedly starting to decline after he was hospitalized with COVID-19 in October. Bowden has been struggling to regain his strength ever since.

“I feel fine but I can’t do much,” Bowden said over two weeks ago.

Many former players, coaches, and fans took to Twitter to react to the Bobby Bowden news.

Praying for Coach Bowden and his entire family! Incredible man who is loved by so many and the Nole Family is with him. 🙏🏻

— Mike Norvell (@Coach_Norvell) July 21, 2021

Bowden planting the spear in 2013.
The full series. 📸 pic.twitter.com/tPrS5aZimE

— Melina Myers (@melinasphotos) July 21, 2021

My first year 📸 for FSU was Bowden’s last. (That’s me in the blue). I greatly enjoyed capturing the end of his coaching career. An honor.

Bobby used to throw his hat (which was always signed under the bill) to the students after each game. 🐐

(photo credit: mark wallheiser) pic.twitter.com/9iUSU1tCMx

— Melina Myers (@melinasphotos) July 21, 2021

God Bless you Coach Bowden. One of the greatest men in the history of sports. Thank you for everything that you have done for the game of college football, and especially for building Florida State football into the national brand that brings so much passion into my life. ♥️💛

— Peej 😶‍🌫️ (@SeminolePeej) July 21, 2021

Was not prepared for the Bobby Bowden news even a little. pic.twitter.com/sOqXG2vdtZ

— MJ (@Flastar23) July 21, 2021

Keep Fighting, Coach Bowden!

You and your family are in the thoughts and prayers of every college football fan. pic.twitter.com/rfug6cewGQ

— GO ‘CANES! (@83_87_89_91_01) July 21, 2021

During his 33 seasons at Florida State, Bobby Bowden accumulated 377 wins, two National Championships, and 12 ACC titles.

He built the program into a top college football powerhouse, and will always be remembered as one of the greatest football coaches of all-time.

Bobby Bowden was inducted in the College Football Hall of Fame in 2006.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Bobby and the entire Bowden family at this time.

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