Matt McCoy, Sports Director at 610 WTVN in Columbus, reported tragic news Friday morning as former Ohio State head football coach Earle Bruce battles the early stages of Alzheimer's.

Prayers to Earle Bruce & his family as Coach Bruce battles the early stages of Alzheimer's. Earle's passion for Ohio State is unmatched — Matt McCoy (@MattMcCoyWTVN) August 25, 2017

One thing is for certain: Alzheimer's has never met a foe with the tenacity of Bruce, who undoubtedly has every Buckeye fan at his back while battling the mentally degenerative disease.

You can honor Bruce with a donation to his Alzheimer's fund by calling 1-800-610-WTVN.