Two ex-NFL stars have said they are willing to donate their brains to science in aid of research into a Degenerative Disease associated with repeated head hits.
Former Denver Broncos quarterback Jeb Putzier, 43, and tightend Jake Plummer, 47, both believe repeated concussions during their careers may shorten their lives.
A 2017 Boston University study found that (CTE) after death.
CTE, https://lk21.plus/ previously known as ‘punch drunk’ disorder, is a brain disease suspected to be caused by repeated blows to the head.
Jake Plummer (left) throws a pass against the Oakland Raiders in 2006.
Right: Jeb Putzier warms up ahead of a match against the Seattle Seahawks on August 22, 2009
Symptoms include memory loss, slurring of speech, and some of the same symptoms as Parkinson’s disease.
