CTE in Football: When Jokes Hurt | Denver Broncos News

A comedian’s joke about NFL concussions sparked outrage among former players, especially retired safety T.J. Ward, who warned that CTE — a deadly brain disease caused by repeated head trauma — is no laughing matter. While some found the skit funny, Ward stressed that CTE is a real, life-threatening condition, and players suffering from its effects are unfairly mocked — unlike those with cancer or dementia. New research reveals that one in four NFL players who died between 2016 and 2021 had CTE, with over 300 brains showing signs of the disease — a chilling reminder of the hidden cost of the game. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/fedb13a9eb442dfd