Foster Moreau, tight end for the Las Vegas Raiders, announced that he has been diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. The 25-year-old said that he will be stepping away from football.
“During a routine physical conducted by the Saint’s medical team down in New Orleans, I’ve come to learn that I have Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, and will be stepping away from football. At this time to fight a new opponent: Cancer. I’m grateful for the support and thankful for people who have stood firm with me. There hasn’t been a single step I’ve taken without hundreds of people lighting the path before me, and I will continue to seek their guidance. That being said, I’ll go kick this thing’s ass and get back to doing what I love!” Moreau wrote on Twitter.
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Through somewhat of a miraculous process, this Free Agency period has been life changing for me. During a routine physical conducted by the Saint’s medical team down in New Orleans, I’ve come to learn that I have Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, and will be stepping away from football (1/3)
— Foster Moreau (@fhmoreau) March 22, 2023
Who is Foster Moreau?
Foster Hotard Moreau, a professional American football player, was born on May 6, 1997, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to parents Tricia and Lyle Moreau. He attended Jesuit High School in New Orleans, where he excelled in both football and basketball. During his final year at Jesuit, Moreau played a pivotal role in his team’s victory in the LHSAA Division I state championship, catching 34 passes for 454 yards and six touchdowns.
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Despite receiving offers from numerous universities, including Tulane, Mississippi State, Air Force, Louisiana Tech, Louisiana-Monroe, and Louisiana-Lafayette, Moreau chose to play football for Louisiana State University. While at LSU, Moreau was a teammate of Joe Burrow and Ja’Marr Chase during the 2018 season. In 2019, he was drafted by the Oakland Raiders in the fourth round, with the 137th overall pick, and signed a four-year, $3 million contract with the team on May 2, 2019.
Moreau made his NFL debut on September 9, 2019, during a Monday Night Football game against the Denver Broncos. During the 2020 season, Moreau violated the NFL’s COVID-19 protocols by attending a charity event without a mask, hosted by his teammate Darren Waller, resulting in a $15,000 fine from the NFL. Despite this setback, Moreau had a successful season, finishing with 7 catches on 9 targets for 140 yards and two touchdowns.
Girlfriend
Foster is currently not married or engaged. However, he is reportedly in a relationship with a woman named Shaina Grace. Foster has not publicly confirmed the relationship, but he has posted a few pictures with her, while Shaina has shared numerous photos of the two of them together. Beyond this, there is no additional information available about their relationship status in the media.
