Mike Adamle opens up about his losing battle with CTE

Former NFL running back Mike Adamle has spoken out about his battle with degenerative brain condition CTE.

The 68-year-old, who has since worked as a football announcer and WWE interviewer, said he can 'feel the decline every day' as the disease slowly robs him of brain function.

Alongside wife Kim he is now in the process of starting up a national support network for other sufferers and those at risk of the illness.

Speaking about her husband's struggles, Kim told the Chicago Tribune about an incident last year that exemplified Mike's decline.

Mike is easily able to function if he sticks to a routine, she said, but quickly comes unstuck if that is disturbed.

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