"Dawson always points up for his brother when he gets a touchdown and I can make a muscle because I'm stronger than my cancer"

-Eddie, Age 9 (Stay Golden T-Shirt Artist)

Eddie's Story:

Nine-year-old Edison Golden’s journey began with a routine check-up for a persistent cough and low energy. Within hours, he went from the pediatrician to urgent care, to the ER, and then by ambulance to critical care, where he was diagnosed with T-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. A large mediastinal mass was pressing between his lungs, his organs were at risk of failing, and his blood was poisoning his body, requiring urgent and aggressive treatment.

Doctors also discovered a congenital heart defect—a double aortic arch—that will need surgical repair once his cancer treatment is complete.

Edison loves sports, especially football. His dream of a comeback and getting back on the field motivates him through the hardest days. He is responding well to treatment, enduring chemotherapy and its side effects with incredible strength, proudly saying he’s “stronger than his cancer.” He has even returned to school remotely and continues to inspire everyone around him.

Born and raised in Buffalo, cheering on our teams comes naturally. Meeting local athletes brings him joy, excitement, and a bright spot on a difficult path.

No matter who he meets—NFL player or not—Edison shares the same message: Stay Golden!

Stay Golden T-Shirt for P.U.N.T.

Available from 11/20 at 8:15PM EST until 12/2 at 11:45PM EST !