The physical rigors of an NFL career are familiar to any football fan. However, the unfortunate case of former Cincinnati Bengal Reggie Williams is one that stands out, and is instructive of the difficulties faced by former NFL players in getting post-career medical treatment. During a playing career, all medical care for players is covered under the league’s collective bargaining agreement. And vested players (those with at least three-years experience) are entitled to medical care for five years after the end of their career. However, …
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