Former Lions defensive lineman Tracy Scroggins dead at 56 as family blames CTE

Source: New York Post

Tracy Scroggins, a former defensive lineman who spent his entire 10-year NFL career with the Detroit Lions, died Monday at the age of 56. Scroggins’ family confirmed his death in a statement to TMZ, in which they expressed belief that his demise resulted from a grueling battle with chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). “Tracy was a devoted father, cherished family member, and loyal friend whose life was marked by remarkable strength and perseverance,” the Scroggins family wrote.