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Gridiron Greats also came upon many lesser-known players with stories like Brents. Players like Mike Mosley, a Buffalo Bills receiver for three years in the early 80s. Mike suffered knee, neck and back injuries that forced him to retire early and left him permanently disabled. Initially, the NFL disability committee granted him benefits. But in September 2004, a doctor hired by ten NFL ruled that he could do sedentary work, and all his benefits were cut. Mike lost his home, his car, and his savings. His life has been torn apart.
Another example is Brian DeMarco, a lineman for the Jacksonville Jaguars from 1995-1998. Like Mike, Brian was forced into an early retirement by injury. He was unable to navigate the disability systems red tape even though his back was broken in 17 places. Brian and his family were left homeless. He told the Denver Post the NFL is a multibillion-dollar business, and guys are giving their quality of life up for this sport. Just a little respect and dignity is all we want.
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Football is the dumbest sport in the world
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