Marvin Lewis missed Cincinnati Bengals practice on Tuesday due to what the team termed a “minor health issue.” According to NFL Network’s Stacey Dales, Lewis was diagnosed with a Baker’s cyst.
Positive update on Marvin Lewis. More testing revealed Baker's Cyst according to team source. Clearly better prognosis than assumed clot. https://t.co/PfgqNoREAY
— StaceyDales (@StaceyDales) August 8, 2017
A Baker’s cyst is swelling behind the knee joint.
Dales had previously reported that Lewis was dealing with a blood clot in his ankle.
Per source close to Bengals Marvin Lewis dealing w blood clot in ankle. Taking meds to breakup. While he wants to coach thru, needs bed rest
— StaceyDales (@StaceyDales) August 8, 2017
The Bengals said in a statement that the issue wouldn’t keep Lewis away from the team for long.
#Bengals statement on Head Coach Marvin Lewis' absence. pic.twitter.com/94V8xDsyIZ
— Cincinnati Bengals (@Bengals) August 8, 2017
Lewis, 58, has been the Bengals’ coach since 2003. He is the winningest coach in team history, with a record of 118-103-3.
