Roger Craig Reveals Dementia Diagnosis | Oakland News

Oakland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 8, 2026 · 1m

Roger Craig stunned the Hall of Fame crowd with a personal revelation during his induction speech—diagnosed with vascular dementia, possibly linked to his NFL concussions. Though changes were gradual and noticed by family, Craig insists his identity as a devoted father, husband, teammate, and football lover remains unchanged. He hopes sharing his story inspires awareness and support for former players facing long-term health challenges. A trailblazer who became the first NFL player to rush and catch over 1,000 yards in one season (1985), Craig’s legacy includes three Super Bowl wins, AP…