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By Joe BirchPublished: Feb. 18, 2026 at 7:35 PM GMT-5
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - If you’re keeping score, it’s Jarvis Greer two and prostate cancer: zero. Zilch. Nil. Nothing! But this latest battle has taken a toll on the retired Action News 5 sports director.
“The fatigue is what’s really debilitating,” Jarvis remembered after 34 rounds of radiation that he underwent in his second season of cancer recovery. “I was going every day, five days a week, 7 a.m.,” Jarvis said of his trips to West Cancer Center in Germantown.
“You’ve got to drink a gallon of water before you go out there because your bladder has to be full, so they make sure they see everything,” the sportsman said.
He remains active online covering the Memphis Grizzlies and on radio coverage of University of Memphis Tigers football, where he walked on as a defensive back in the mid-1970s and earned a scholarship and the No. 34 jersey.

We love a victory story.
Montell Jordan has officially shared that he is prostate cancer-free, and his journey is nothing short of powerful. From diagnosis to treatment, Montell has been open about the importance of early detection, faith, and advocating for your health — especially as Black men continue to face higher risks.
Our Chief Content Officer, Kristin Vaughn, sat down with Montell for an honest conversation about navigating cancer, prioritizing wellness, and staying grounded through it all. It’s a conversation worth revisiting — and sharing.
Congratulations to Montell on being a cancer survivor. We’re wishing you continued health, strength, and many more wins ahead.
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