At least 25% of former NFL players who died between 2016 and 2021 had CTE, study finds
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Published on August 25, 2026 • Originally reported by Becky Sullivan. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
Published on August 25, 2026 • Originally reported by Becky Sullivan. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.

Playing football has long been linked to the brain disease known as CTE, but how prevalent it is is still unknown. A new study of former NFL players who died recently found that at least 25% had CTE.
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