Pagano gets surge of support on Twitter

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) - As news spreads Monday morning that Indianapolis Colts head coach Chuck Pagano was battling leukemia , the social media world exploded with support for him.

Many had taken to using the hashtag ChuckStrong to voice their support, including fans and players. The phrase is a play on words for a common Colts slogan, Colts Strong.

Colts long snapper Matt Overton had supportive words for his coach.

Very sad news today. Thoughts & prayers for coach Chuck & his family! He will beat this! Please pray for peace, healing & comfort for him

— Matt Overton (@MattOverton_LS) October 1, 2012

Punter and avid Twitter user Pat McAfee indirectly commented on Pagano, calling life unpredictable and urging people to tell people they love them.

He then tweeted, “#ChuckStrong” and it was retweeted by many.

Several teams offered messages of support, including Pagano’s former team, the Baltimore Ravens.