# Chris Johnson Fights ALS with Courage | Durham News

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Podcast: [Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/durham-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7569659)
Published: 2026-06-29T13:45:02+00:00
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Former NFL legend Chris Johnson, a three-time Pro Bowl running back, revealed he was diagnosed with ALS at age 39—shocking because there’s no family history. What started as hand weakness he blamed on his football career quickly became clear: a devastating, progressive neurological disease. Despite rapid decline and now relying on a voice-generating device, Johnson refuses to quit, participating in cutting-edge trials and pushing for awareness and research. His message? This disease can strike anyone, and his fight is fueled by love, identity, and the hope of more time with his family. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/0a532b2fec0aa45a

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