Chris Johnson breaks silence on ALS battle: Here is what sporadic ALS actually means
Chris Johnson, the former NFL running back who rushed for 2,006 yards in 2009 and earned three Pro Bowl honours, has publicly revealed he was diagnosed with ALS in 2025. The 39-year-old disclosed the news on Good Morning America, speaking through a speech-generating device. Johnson said his case is sporadic, meaning there is no family history, and that he chose to go public to raise awareness. He described the diagnosis as shocking but said he remains mentally and emotionally himself, even as the disease limits his physical abilities.
Chris Johnson, the former NFL running back who rushed for 2,006 yards in 2009 and earned three Pro Bowl honours, has publicly revealed he was diagnosed with ALS in 2025. The 39-year-old disclosed the news on Good Morning America, speaking through a speech-generating device. Johnson said his case is sporadic, meaning there is no family history, and that he chose to go public to raise awareness. He described the diagnosis as shocking but said he remains mentally and emotionally himself, even as the disease limits his physical abilities.
