Family of Frank Gifford announces Hall of Famer had CTE
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Family of Frank Gifford announces Hall of Famer had CTE
The family of NFL Hall of Famer and longtime broadcaster Frank Gifford revealed on Wednesday that Gifford’s brain showed he suffered from chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). The legendary New York Giants running back and flanker died of natural causes in August at age 84. Gifford is one of the first players, if not the first, from the pre-Super Bowl era to have been diagnosed with CTE. While the statement isn’t hard on the NFL, which has long dismissed the effects of concussions and brain trauma on players, the revelation that Gifford, one of the founders of the NFL Players Association, could have a big impact going forward, particularly as the statement says the issue “needs to be addressed.”
We miss him every day, now more than ever, but find comfort in knowing that by disclosing his condition we might contribute positively to the ongoing conversation that needs to be had.
A Gifford family statement
