Former Vikings QB Tommy Kramer Diagnosed with Dementia
The 69-year-old announced his diagnosis a year after being informed by doctors, inspired by Brett Favre's recent revelation of Parkinson's disease.
- Tommy Kramer, a former Minnesota Vikings quarterback, revealed on social media that he was diagnosed with dementia in 2023.
- Kramer, 69, stated that doctors have given him a prognosis of 2 to 10 years to live, but his condition has not advanced over the past year.
- Inspired by Brett Favre's announcement of his Parkinson's diagnosis, Kramer decided to share his own health condition publicly.
- Kramer emphasized the need for better medical support for retired NFL players, noting that the NFL only covers what personal insurance does not.
- A first-round draft pick in 1977, Kramer played 13 seasons with the Vikings and was named to the Pro Bowl in 1986.