NEWS: Missouri freshman lineman Johnnie "DJ" Jones has...

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NEWS: Missouri freshman lineman Johnnie "DJ" Jones has received a heart transplant, per Missouri. He’d been hospitalized and awaiting a transplant. Surgery was successful and he’s recovering. MIssouri coach Eliah Drinkwitz had been emotional talking about Jones’ need for a transplant this week and called for prayers from the Missouri community.

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