NFL Star Mekhi Becton Appeals to Public for Mom's Lifesaving Kidney Transplant

Mekhi Becton, fresh from his Super Bowl LIX victory with the Philadelphia Eagles and now defending the line for the Los Angeles Chargers, is facing a battle much bigger than anything on the field. Becton took to social media this week with an urgent plea to help his mother, Semone, who is in need of a kidney transplant.

In his heartfelt post, Becton wrote, "PSA: My Mom needs a kidney!!!! If anyone can help, please please please let me know!!!!" He also shared that her blood type is B+, hoping to find a matching donor among his many followers and the wider public.

Fans immediately responded, with some offering support and even volunteering to be tested as potential donors. It's moments like these that show football rivalries mean nothing when it comes to real-life emergencies—there are no teams, just people wanting to help.

Becton has kept everyone updated, saying he's waiting for more information from his mom and her doctors, and he'll share updates as they come in. He expressed gratitude for the outpouring of support, writing, "Will keep yall all updated appreciate all of yall and the support!!"

Becton, who was first drafted by the New York Jets in 2020, has always had his mom in his corner. Semone recalled to the media how she's been cheering him on since his days as a little flag football player, even when he was more worried about being tackled than tackling others.

Most recently, Becton inked a two-year contract with the Chargers, but it's clear his biggest priority right now isn't on the gridiron—it's at home, doing everything possible for his mom.

Here's hoping this star athlete's call brings the right donor forward and gives Semone a chance for a new beginning.