Study finds high prevalence of CTE in deceased NFL players
A recent study examining former NFL players who died between 2016 and 2021 found that at least 25% had chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a brain disease long associated with football. While the link between football and CTE has been established, this research provides new data on how common the condition is among deceased players. The findings underscore the significant health risks that professional football players face during their careers.
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At least 25% of former NFL players who died between 2016 and 2021 had CTE, study finds
A recent study examining former NFL players who died between 2016 and 2021 found that at least 25% had chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a brain disease long associated with football. While the link between football and CTE has been established, this research provides new data on how common the condition is among deceased players. The findings underscore the significant health risks that professional football players face during their careers.
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