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Former NFL Quarterback Reveals Dementia Diagnosis

Former NFL Quarterback Reveals Dementia Diagnosis
Former NFL Quarterback Reveals Dementia Diagnosis


A detailed view of a NFL football is seen at M&T Bank Stadium on September 18, 2022 in Baltimore, Maryland.
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Former Minnesota Vikings quarterback, Tommy Kramer, known as “Two-Minute Tommy,” recently shared some sobering news with fans.

The 69-year-old Pro Bowler, who played from 1977 to 1990, announced his dementia diagnosis on social media Wednesday.

Kramer’s revelation comes on the heels of Brett Favre’s disclosure about his own battle with Parkinson’s disease.

The timing underscores the health challenges many former NFL players face long after leaving the field.

During his career, Kramer was a master of the comeback, amassing nearly 25,000 passing yards and 159 touchdowns.

Now, he faces a different kind of challenge. Diagnosed last year at the Cleveland Clinic, doctors estimate he has between 2 to 10 years ahead of him.

However, a recent check-up showed no advancement in his condition, and Kramer remains optimistic.

“Please, no sympathy,” Kramer wrote. “I’ve lived a great life and wouldn’t change a thing. Nobody wanted to win more than me and I never gave up, and that’s exactly how I’m going to battle this.”

Kramer’s attitude reflects the same fighting spirit that defined his playing days.

He acknowledges the risks inherent in football but expresses gratitude for the opportunities the NFL provided.

While he’s financially secure, he worries about former teammates who might need more support.

The former quarterback hopes his story will raise awareness about the need for better long-term care for retired players.

He plans to continue connecting with fans in small towns across the country for as long as he’s able.

Kramer’s parting words echo his resilient spirit: “We’re not here for a long time, we’re here for a good time.”

As fans rally around him, many hope to see “Two-Minute Tommy” mount one more comeback.


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