Packers career rushing leader Ahman Green says he has early onset Parkinson’s disease
NBC News • • sports
Key Points:
- Ahman Green, a former Green Bay Packers running back and the franchise's career rushing leader, revealed he was diagnosed with early onset Parkinson’s disease last year.
- Green, 49, shared his diagnosis and outlook on Tyler Dunne’s “Go Long” podcast, expressing determination to live life on his own terms despite the disease.
- He noted his symptoms began with twitching feet during sleep and acknowledged challenges with short-term memory and occasional sleepwalking.
- Green emphasized his commitment to regular exercise and a healthy diet as part of managing his condition and maintaining optimism about his future.
- During his 12-year NFL career, Green rushed for 9,205 yards and 60 touchdowns, setting multiple records with the Packers, including a single-season rushing record in 2003.
