Awesome update: Injured The Woodlands HS player now breathing on his own

THE WOODLANDS, TX (KTRK) -- The Woodlands High School football player who suffered a traumatic brain injury continues to show signs of improvement.

A journal entry by Grant Milton's father, Miles Milton, says the teen is now breathing entirely on his own. According to the entry, doctors can now test Grant's ability to smell and taste.

He is going through rehabilitation at TIRR Memorial Hermann.

In November, Grant collapsed during a playoff game. His family has received an outpour of support from the community, including NFL players and Houston Texans star JJ Watt.

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