Podolak suffered serious injuries when struck by a car while crossing the street near his hotel in Scottsdale. Podolak and his wife, Vicki, attended a social event on Saturday in Scottsdale.
"My father is alert and in good spirits. His injuries are serious but not lethal," says Laura Podolak, one of Ed and Vicki two daughters. "Our family appreciates your calls or you'd like, we were friends and fans around the country. But we also ask that everyone respect our privacy, his father recovers from his injuries. We would also like to thank the emergency personnel, doctors and nurses their quick response and continuous care. "
Podolak has served more than 25 years as a radio analyst for the cover of Sports Network Iowa Hawkeye Football. Former NFL running back is a Hall of Fame Kansas City Chiefs. As a quarterback and running back from Iowa (1966-68) Podolak ran for over 1,700 meters.
