Ahman Green, the Green Bay Packers’ career rushing leader and a four-time Pro Bowl running back, says he has been diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson’s disease. Multiple outlets report that Green, 49, disclosed the news publicly this week during a podcast appearance, where he also discussed his decision to keep the diagnosis private for a period of time before sharing it. The Athletic and Times of India report that Green received the official diagnosis in January 2025. According to those accounts, he experienced symptoms beforehand, including issues such as twitching in his sleep, before the diagnosis was confirmed.
Several reports say Green is encouraging early conversations and early evaluation, including discussion about potential links between football and Parkinson’s disease. Times of India adds that he says he is managing the condition with exercise, healthy eating, and medication, while also describing his approach to continuing daily life with the diagnosis. Other coverage notes that Green reflects on symptoms that can affect memory and daily functioning and emphasizes the importance of seeking help early.
