A recent survey of 1988 NFL players conducted by KFF in partnership with ESPN sheds light on the lives of former professional football players as they enter traditional retirement age. The findings reveal that many players are struggling with the physical and neurological health tolls of the sport.
Despite these challenges, a significant majority of respondents expressed a desire to relive their playing careers. This suggests that the benefits of playing in the NFL outweighed the drawbacks for many.
The survey also explores the complexities of healthcare and finances faced by former players, who often lack access to affordable medical care and struggle with financial insecurity due to lost wages. However, the survey does not provide further details on this topic.
Source: https://www.kff.org/racial-equity-and-health-policy/poll-finding/kff-espn-survey-of-nfl-players