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David Pollack's wife Lindsey faces third brain surgery in cancer battle

The former College GameDay analyst revealed his wife needs another operation after an unwelcome doctor's visit Tuesday.

newest coverage 7d agosummary written 7d ago8 pieces Newswires

What to know

  • Lindsey Pollack, wife of former ESPN College GameDay analyst David Pollack, faces a third brain surgery following her stage IV glioblastoma diagnosis in March 2025.
  • David Pollack revealed the news publicly Tuesday, asking supporters for prayers while emphasizing his wife's faith and emotional strength despite the setback.
  • Lindsey has already undergone two major surgeries and faced significant recovery challenges including partial paralysis and severe fatigue.

“She looked at me and said God has been building me for this, And thank goodness its on a bye week so Nicholas doesn't have game.”

David Pollack · Sports Illustrated ↗

David Pollack Former College GameDay analystLindsey Pollack David Pollack's wife

David Pollack's wife Lindsey faces third brain surgery in cancer battle
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    Pollack announces wife needs third surgery after doctor visit

    David Pollack revealed publicly Tuesday night that Lindsey faces a third surgery following an appointment that brought unwelcome news. He did not disclose the specific finding or set a surgery date but emphasized his wife's faith and resolve in facing the challenge.

    “We didn't get the best news today at a doctors visit. Surgery #3 coming for my Babydoll(wifey).”
    — David Pollack
    1. 4 outlets Former College GameDay Host David Pollack Asking for Prayers

      first by Sports Illustrated, 8d ago · also MassLive, PennLive, The Oregonian

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    2. 1 outlet David Pollack asks for prayers as his wife faces a third surgery

      first by Yahoo Sports, 7d ago

  2. background

    Lindsey Pollack begins recovery from first surgery — Following the initial operation, Lindsey dealt with partial paralysis on her left side, severe fatigue, low blood pressure, and had to relearn how to walk. Within five weeks she was recovering at home and making progress.

  3. background

    Lindsey Pollack diagnosed with stage IV glioblastoma — Lindsey Pollack experienced sudden neurological symptoms that led doctors to discover a brain tumor. She underwent her first surgery at Duke, which lasted more than six hours.