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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedJuly 30, 2026United States

Former Packers Star Ahman Green Announces Parkinson's Diagnosis

Former Green Bay Packers running back Ahman Green has publicly shared that he was diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson's disease last year. The 49-year-old athlete is managing symptoms including tremors, sleep disturbances, and memory issues while maintaining an active lifestyle.

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Why It Matters

The announcement highlights the ongoing health challenges faced by former professional athletes and brings further public attention to the prevalence of Parkinson's disease among former NFL players.

Key Facts

  • Ahman Green was diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson's disease last year.
  • Green is the Green Bay Packers' career rushing leader with 8,322 yards for the franchise.
  • Green played 12 seasons in the NFL, rushing for a total of 9,205 yards and 60 touchdowns.
  • Green set a Packers single-season rushing record of 1,883 yards in 2003.
  • Green earned four consecutive Pro Bowl appearances between 2001 and 2004.
  • Symptoms reported by Green include foot twitching, sleepwalking, and short-term memory loss.
  • Green was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in 1998 and traded to the Packers in April 2000.
  • Green played for the Packers from 2000-2006, the Texans from 2007-2008, and returned to the Packers for his final season in 2009.

Who's Mentioned

personAhman Green“Former Green Bay Packers running back and career rushing leader.”organizationGreen Bay Packers“NFL team where Green played for the majority of his career.”personTyler Dunne“Host of the 'Go Long' podcast where the announcement was made.”organizationSeattle Seahawks“NFL team where Green began his career.”organizationHouston Texans“NFL team where Green played from 2007-2008.”personBrett Favre“Former Packers teammate who also disclosed a Parkinson's diagnosis.”