Roger Craig Reveals Dementia Diagnosis | Durham News

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

NFL legend Roger Craig stunned the Hall of Fame crowd with a personal revelation during his induction: he’s been diagnosed with vascular dementia, possibly linked to his career’s concussions. At 66, he described subtle, aging-like symptoms that his family later recognized as memory loss and confusion — a sobering reminder of football’s hidden costs. Yet Craig refuses to be defined by his diagnosis, proudly embracing his roles as father, husband, teammate, and fan. His historic 1985 season — the first ever to combine 1,000 rushing and receiving yards — stands as a testament to his greatness…