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NFL stars who have spoken out about mental health

NFL quarterback Dak Prescott, wide receiver A.J. Brown, and tight end Hayden Hurst have helped break down stigma by sharing their experiences with depression, anxiety, and more.

Project Semicolon By Project Semicolon August 28, 2026 ○ 0 Comments ◷ 2 Mins Read

In October 2021, Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Calvin Ridley announced he was stepping away from football to focus on his mental health. “This will help me be the best version of myself now and in the future,” tweeted Ridley, who played for the Atlanta Falcons at the time.

Ridley, who was suspended for the 2022 season from the NFL for betting on games during the 2021 season, recently updated fans on his well-being: “Going to see my family in Guyana soon,” he said in one Twitter post. “Also, I’m doing great,” he said in another.In October 2021, Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Calvin Ridley announced he was stepping away from football to focus on his mental health. “This will help me be the best version of myself now and in the future,” tweeted Ridley, who played for the Atlanta Falcons at the time.

Ridley, who was suspended for the 2022 season from the NFL for betting on games during the 2021 season, recently updated fans on his well-being: “Going to see my family in Guyana soon,” he said in one Twitter post. “Also, I’m doing great,” he said in another.In October 2021, Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Calvin Ridley announced he was stepping away from football to focus on his mental health. “This will help me be the best version of myself now and in the future,” tweeted Ridley, who played for the Atlanta Falcons at the time.

Ridley, who was suspended for the 2022 season from the NFL for betting on games during the 2021 season, recently updated fans on his well-being: “Going to see my family in Guyana soon,” he said in one Twitter post. “Also, I’m doing great,” he said in another.

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Julie is a mental health and sexuality writer. Her writing explores themes around love, well-being, consciousness, psychology, trauma, culture, and intimacy. Throughout her career, Julie has led matchmaking firms around the world, worked as a relationship coach, served as a trauma-informed facilitator and advice columnist, and contributed writing to multiple publications, bringing a clear, compassionate, and thoughtful approach to relationships and personal growth. During her free time, Julie enjoys traveling, cooking, dancing, and hiking. Latest updates with her work and offerings can be found on her website

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