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This is going to be an ongoing story in the next 20-30 years with as many 300 lb+ players there are in the NFL.
He likely had predisposing genetic factors.
Screening is the future.
I'd die of a broken heart too if I played for today's 49ers.
It's a very sad story but thank God his family doesn't have to deal with anything other than a tragic physical condition for taking this young man from them.
The average life expectancy of an NFL player is already 55. I think we may even see that fall as the players get bigger and the toll on the body grows.
How sad. He was so young.
400# pounds, refused to see a Dr., Skin color was grey, probable diabetes, hypertension etc.....all undiagnosed
I spoke with him tuesday - and stood at his casket thursday
32 years old
Ive been heavy for 6 yrs due to meds (300#) - hypertension for 25 yrs (medically controlled), hypoglycemia (carbs are good! for me) - But recently left the plant for ft ministry - my bp has dropped from 150/98 to 140/80 in a period of days
still working to lose weight
But stress is the ultimate killer