I didn't see this posted here, so here it is. One of the kindest men ever. A few years ago when Alabama came to Norman, Coach Merv took the time to welcome the visiting Alabama fans who were tailgating with us. Get well Coach.
https://www.koco.com/article/sooner...njured-in-car-crash-ou-officials-say/30321005
Sooner Sports Radio Analyst Merv Johnson injured in car crash, OU officials say
NORMAN, Okla. —
Sooner Sports Radio Network football analyst Merv Johnson was involved in a serious car crash Sunday afternoon near Perry, according to officials with University of Oklahoma's Athletics Department.
Johnson was taken by a medical helicopter to the OU Health Sciences Center and was in the ICU under care of the trauma team until being moved to a regular room Monday. He had multiple injuries but has been alert while progressing in his recovery, officials said.
No one else was injured in the accident.
"My dad, my sister and our families are very appreciative of all of the thoughts and prayers that have been extended by friends and strangers alike," said Johnson's son, Jeff Johnson. "He is in good spirits and is anxious to get home."
Johnson will not travel to Atlanta for OU's College Football Playoff Semifinal at the Peach Bowl Saturday, officials with the university said.
https://www.koco.com/article/sooner...njured-in-car-crash-ou-officials-say/30321005
Sooner Sports Radio Analyst Merv Johnson injured in car crash, OU officials say
NORMAN, Okla. —
Sooner Sports Radio Network football analyst Merv Johnson was involved in a serious car crash Sunday afternoon near Perry, according to officials with University of Oklahoma's Athletics Department.
Johnson was taken by a medical helicopter to the OU Health Sciences Center and was in the ICU under care of the trauma team until being moved to a regular room Monday. He had multiple injuries but has been alert while progressing in his recovery, officials said.
No one else was injured in the accident.
"My dad, my sister and our families are very appreciative of all of the thoughts and prayers that have been extended by friends and strangers alike," said Johnson's son, Jeff Johnson. "He is in good spirits and is anxious to get home."
Johnson will not travel to Atlanta for OU's College Football Playoff Semifinal at the Peach Bowl Saturday, officials with the university said.
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