Marshall Faulk, Hall of Fame running back, reveals he has Parkinson’s disease
NBC News • • sports
Key Points:
- Hall of Fame running back and Southern University football coach Marshall Faulk announced he has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, which he has been living with for about 18 months, experiencing symptoms like hand rigidity and tremors.
- Faulk emphasized the importance of early detection, stating that catching the disease early can lead to a better quality of life through medication and management.
- The 53-year-old NFL legend, who played 12 seasons and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2011, remains optimistic and has not yet experienced cognitive issues associated with Parkinson’s.
- Faulk drew inspiration from Muhammad Ali’s battle with Parkinson’s and is actively adapting his lifestyle by taking better notes and organizing his thoughts to cope with the condition.
- Currently in his first season as head coach at Southern University, Faulk’s team holds a 3-4 record and is preparing to play Texas Southern at Reliant Stadium in Houston.
