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49ers icon Roger Craig reveals dementia diagnosis in Hall of Fame speech
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The Independent
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Read our Privacy noticeFormer San Francisco 49ers star Roger Craig revealed during his Pro Football Hall of Fame induction speech that he has vascular dementia.
In 1985, Craig became the first player in NFL history to have 1,000 yards rushing and 1,000 yards receiving in a season.
“When I learned that Bill Walsh wanted me, that meant something because he saw something in me that others didn’t,” Craig said.
“He didn’t just want a running back, he wanted a complete football player.