Roger Craig shares dementia diagnosis at Pro Football Hall of Fame induction
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 6:56 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Former NFL running back Roger Craig revealed his dementia diagnosis during the Pro Football Hall of Fame induction ceremony on August 8, 2026, held in Canton, Ohio. The event also honored Drew Brees, Larry Fitzgerald, Adam Vinatieri, and Luke Kuechly. Each inductee reflected on their careers, with Brees recognizing his wife and Kuechly remembering his father. Craig's announcement highlighted ongoing health concerns faced by former players. The induction event celebrated their contributions to the sport.
- •Roger Craig diagnosed with dementia.
- •Ceremony took place in Canton, Ohio.
- •Drew Brees honored his wife during the event.
- •Luke Kuechly reflected on his Panthers roots.
- •Adam Vinatieri roasted fellow NFL legends.
- 6:56 PMCBS Sports — Pro Football Hall of Fame 2026 induction ceremony takeaways: Roger Craig reveals dementia diagnosis - CBS Sports
"Craig shared his health diagnosis in a pre-recorded speech, while Brees honored his wife, Fitzgerald remembered his late father, Vinatieri roasted NFL legends and Kuechly reflected on his Panthers roots
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