I had to deal with some things with my Mom today, family first. Ended with Olive Garden. I needed liquior by the end but that doesn't mix with me driving.
My take is the NFL needs to take care of these men. The Docs have known for a long time what happens to these guys long before the guys did. We had one of my favorite players commit suicide and donate his brain for research for future players. He didn't know what his middle age life would be like. My Dad was in the a rehab with his hip with an X Bear.
About 40. He will be in assisted living for the rest of his life due to brain injuries. Can walk, talk, etc. but brain is jello and can't take care of his own life at all anymore. Money long gone with long term nursing care. Football players foot'n his expenses.
I am so disappointed with our government with our returning soldiers. Our block keeps a good eye on our Vietnam vet on the corner. He took an explosion to the face and his vision is so slim. He gets so little. I don't blame the private doctors, I believe those who drafted him should be taking care of his medical care and well being. He has no family. Sad.
We have a network that cares for them, and helps fill the gaps between VA and reality. Several churches, and practitioners and others network for services and meds.
I get the whining when it comes to medical care. In the long run they will all need it. While some of them make real good money, many don't. I'd rather the NFL take care of them then they go on medicare at an early age and WE continue to pick up the bill.