Conrad Dobler, a former NFL Pro Bowl guard, was diagnosed with Stage 3 chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) at his death in 2023. His daughter expressed relief over the diagnosis as it clarified his struggles with neurological and behavioral issues. Dobler, who played primarily for the St. Louis Cardinals, had pledged to donate his brain for research to understand the impacts of repetitive head injuries. The family aims to raise awareness about CTE risks stemming from football, especially given Dobler's background as a player known for his aggressive style in the sport.
My dad loved the game of football, but his love for the game took a toll on his body, his mind, and his relationships.
Dobler's CTE diagnosis provides a sense of closure in terms of justifying his neurological and behavioral issues that took a toll not only on him but on all of us.
We are relieved to have a definitive answer and proud to honor his wish to go public with the findings to raise awareness for the risks of repetitive head trauma.
Conrad started as my teammate and ultimately became my brother; it hurts deeply to lose him.
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