John Fox Hospitalized: Broncos Coach OK, No Heart Attack

There was quite a scare on Saturday, as Denver Broncos head coach John Fox was hospitalized. It was first believed to be a heart attack, but according to ESPN it was fortunately not the case.

The Broncos released the following statement on their 58-year-old coach: 

Denver Broncos head coach John Fox was taken to a Charlotte-area hospital after feeling light-headed while playing golf on Saturday. He is being held at the hospital for testing and further observation. Our medical staff is currently in contact with Coach Fox, his family and the doctors who are treating him. Additional information will be provided as it becomes available.

Fox said he was doing fine, texting ESPN's Chris Mortensen, "I am doing fine. We are just running some tests, will know more in a few hours."

Fox reportedly in good spirits and undergoing additional testing at the hospital. Broncos officials tell ESPN sources that he should be OK.

The Denver Broncos, who are 7-1 so far on the season, are on their bye week. 

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By Josh Dhani