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Roger Craig discloses vascular dementia during Hall of Fame induction speech

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Last updated Aug 9, 2026

Roger Craig discloses vascular dementia during Hall of Fame induction speech
Summary

Roger Craig shared that he has vascular dementia during his Pro Football Hall of Fame induction speech in Canton, Ohio, on August 8, 2026. Speaking via a prerecorded video while donning his gold jacket, the former 49ers running back thanked his family and former teammates. He indicated that gradual changes in his health, believed to be linked to his playing career, led to his diagnosis. Craig emphasized the importance of health awareness and expressed pride in his football career, which included three Super Bowl victories and the distinction of being the first player with 1,000 yards in both rushing and receiving in a season.

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  • •Craig revealed his diagnosis during his Hall of Fame speech.
  • •He believes symptoms are linked to concussions from his playing days.
  • •Craig became the first NFL player with 1,000 rushing and receiving yards in a season.
  • •He won three Super Bowl titles with the San Francisco 49ers.
  • •Craig entered the Hall of Fame with notable players like Drew Brees and Larry Fitzgerald.
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Roger Craig revealed during his induction speech into the Pro Football Hall of Fame that he has vascular dementia. The former San Francisco 49ers star running back spoke in a prerecorded video message while he sat on stage wearing his gold jacket at Tom Benson Stadium on Saturday. Presented by former teammate Jamie Williams, he received a standing ovation from the crowd and hugs from the many Hall of Famers on stage.

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Three-time Super Bowl champion running back Roger Craig revealed Saturday he has been diagnosed with vascular dementia during his induction ceremony speech into the American Pro Football Hall of Fame."I have been diagnosed with vascular dementia that my doctors believe may be related, at least in part, to the concussions I experienced during my career," Craig said in a pre-taped speech.

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Craig said his doctors believe the dementia may be related, at least in part, to the concussions he suffered during his 11-season NFL career.

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