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NFL star Peyton Hillis opens up on heroically saving his two children from drowning

Former Madden star Peyton Hillis has spoken for the first time after he heroically saved his two children from drowning at a Penascola Beach in Florida.

The incident happened at the beginning of January when Hillis jumped into the ocean to save them but after getting the duo to safety he needed to be airlifted to a local hospital. He would remain there for three weeks while being on the intensive care unit. Thankfully, Hillis gave an update on his health as he sent a message to all those who wished him well.

In a statement, he said: "I just wanted to come on here and thank everyone for all the prayers and love y'all have given me,' his post began.

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