Willis McGahee Reveals Suicidal Thoughts, Fights for NFL Disability Benefits

The former NFL player, part of a class-action lawsuit against the league, continues to be denied Total & Permanent Disability benefits despite his career-ending injuries.

• Former NFL player Willis McGahee revealed he had suicidal thoughts after his career ended due to injuries.
• McGahee is one of 10 retired NFL players named in a class-action lawsuit against the league over its disability benefits and 'wrongful' denials.
• Despite receiving Line of Duty Disability benefits, McGahee's application for Total & Permanent Disability benefits continues to be denied.
• McGahee, who has 10 children, has since attended therapy and improved his mental health.
• McGahee's football career was marked by multiple injuries, leading to his early retirement at the age of 32.

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