Roger Craig Shares Dementia Diagnosis | Des Moines News

Des Moines News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 9, 2026 · 1m

Roger Craig, Hall of Fame running back and the first player to rush and catch for 1,000 yards in a season, stunned fans when he revealed during his induction speech that he’s been diagnosed with vascular dementia — believed linked to his concussions over an 11-year NFL career. At 66, he said the symptoms crept up slowly, initially mistaken for aging, until his family pushed him to get help. But Craig insists this doesn’t change who he is — still a devoted dad, husband, teammate, and football lover. He hopes his story inspires former players to seek help if they’re struggling. Vascular…