COLUMBUS, Ohio — An Ohio State football offensive lineman announced Monday night that he is beginning the battle against a form of bone cancer. Avery Henry announced on Twitter that he had recently been diagnosed with osteosarcoma. According to the American Cancer Society, that is the most common form of cancer that begins in the bones. It also said teenagers are the most commonly affected age group. “This isn’t the way I wanted to release this, but I know no other way,” Henry wrote in a Twitter post. “A couple days ago I was diagnosed with osteosarcoma, a form of bone cancer. “I will fight this! I have never been a statistic and I never will! I want to thank my brothers and coaches for the endless support!” The 6-6, 309-pound offensive tackle from St. Clairsville, did not play any snaps during his true freshman season. Henry chose the in-state…
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