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Former NFL legend Chris Johnson, now 40, revealed his ALS diagnosis last year and went public on “Good Morning America,” hoping to spark earlier detection, accelerate research, and offer hope to others facing the disease. Once a powerhouse rusher with over 9,000 yards and 55 touchdowns, Johnson now uses an eye-tracking device to communicate—his body rapidly declining while his mind and spirit remain fiercely intact. He recalls the shock of losing the ability to lift his daughter just a year ago, starting with subtle grip weakness. ALS, a progressive nerve disease with no cure, steals mobility, speech, and breath—but Johnson insists his identity, love, and determination are unshaken.

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