The Cleveland Browns are probably ecstatic about some positive publicity in the wake of their golden boy Johnny Football humming a water bottle at a hecklers dome. But this is some top-shelf classy stuff.
The Browns recently made 9-year-old Dylan Sutcliffe’s dreams come true by signing him to a one-day contract on Tuesday via the Make-a-Wish Foundation.
Dylan was diagnosed with ataxia telangiectasia (A-T), a rare genetic disorder that affects numerous organs in the body and leads to neurological issues.
Via Yahoo Sports,
“Ataxia telangiectasia (A-T) is a primary immunodeficiency disease that affects a number of different organs in the body. A rare, recessive genetic disorder that affects between one out of every 40,000-100,000 children worldwide, A-T is a progressive ailment that is characterized by neurological problems, particularly abnormalities of balance, recurrent sinus and respiratory infections and dilated blood vessels in the eyes and on the surface of the skin. Patients also typically have immune system abnormalities and are very sensitive to the effects of radiation.”
Dylan’s obviously been dealt a tough hand, but its refreshing to see his favorite team step up and roll out the red carpet for the courageous dude. Check out the heartwarming pics from signing day below.
GM Ray Farmer presents Dylan with the #7 jersey — Dylan’s favorite number. pic.twitter.com/8DsiqVFnuo
— Cleveland Browns (@Browns) June 2, 2015
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…and it’s official! Dylan Sutcliffe becomes the youngest #Browns player! #give10 pic.twitter.com/sAhVrBkykq — Cleveland Browns (@Browns) June 2, 2015
Farmer says that the Browns like Sutcliffe’s versatility on the defensive line — he can play outside or in the trenches.
— Cleveland Browns (@Browns) June 2, 2015
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Dylan is ready to hit the field! #give10 pic.twitter.com/jpHvl1xgCV — Cleveland Browns (@Browns) June 2, 2015
VIDEO: Browns welcome new signing Dylan Sutcliffe to the team facility in Berea. pic.twitter.com/qYMUfkdhgb
— Cleveland Browns (@Browns) June 2, 2015
Here we go Dylan here we go! @scheiner_alec @Browns @makeawishohkyin #give10 pic.twitter.com/y4cYB58YaR
— BrownsGiveBack (@BrownsGiveBack) June 2, 2015
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Hey @joehaden23, how do you like your new neighbor? #give10 pic.twitter.com/FsXYRWkUyO
— Cleveland Browns (@Browns) June 2, 2015
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“You part of the team now, dude.” –@DwayneBowe_80 to Dylan Sutcliffe. pic.twitter.com/8n3zGw3dny — Cleveland Browns (@Browns) June 2, 2015
ALL THE FEELS. Tip of the cap to the Cleveland Browns.
[H/T Yahoo Sports]