On Monday, Nov. 17, 2025, former Miami Hurricanes football star Bernie Kosar is getting a liver transplant, as the former Cleveland Browns quarterback revealed.
He took to social media to share the news. Kosar posted a video from the hospital before the operation. “We'll see you at 5 am,” Kosar said in the video. Expand Tweet
“Good news is in!!! We are set for 5 AM,” Kosar wrote in his caption. “Thank you all for the thoughts, prayers, and support — it truly means the world to me. U Matter.”
By now, Kosar should have had the liver transplant, or it should be in progress. Hopefully, everything goes well for the football icon.
Former Miami football and Browns quarterback Bernie Kosar's recent health issues
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It has been a rocky journey for Kosar as of late.

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