Chris Johnson, Ex-nfl Star, Discloses ALS Diagnosis at 39
WHO:
CBS News Sports - Chris Johnson, who is 40 years old, stated, "ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
tennesseetitans.com - Tim Shaw, a former Titans linebacker diagnosed with ALS in 2014, has been battling the disease since and now uses a wheelchair.
CBS News Sports - Chris Johnson stated, "There's no history of ALS in my family."
ABC News - Johnson's wife, Brittany Johnson, initially thought his hand weakness was due to his football career, suspecting a pinched nerve.
azcardinals.com - Chris Johnson, a former NFL running back, revealed his ALS diagnosis.
CBS News Sports - Chris Johnson, former NFL star.
tennesseetitans.com - Chris Johnson, former Titans running back; Michael Strahan, co-anchor of "Good Morning America"; Tim Shaw, former Titans linebacker; Amy Adams Strunk, controlling owner of the Titans.
Fox News - Chris Johnson, former NFL running back; Brittany Johnson, Chris's wife.
ABC News - Chris Johnson, former NFL star; Brittany Johnson, Chris's wife; Dr. Merit Cudkowicz, neurologist and leading ALS researcher.
WHAT:
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body."
CBS News Sports - Johnson's doctors believe his case is "sporadic ALS," which is how the vast majority of ALS cases occur.
Fox News - Johnson said, "My doctors believe my case is what's called sporadic ALS, which is actually how the vast majority of ALS cases happen."
CBS News Sports - Johnson revealed that he has participated in a clinical trial and is on standard care medications to slow the progression of ALS.
ABC News - Johnson's speech-generating device delivers a voice that sounds just like his, as his voice was recorded shortly after his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described his diagnosis as a "shock" and mentioned that he was advised to "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has
azcardinals.com - Johnson's nickname is CJ2K, after he rushed for 2,008 yards in his second NFL season playing for the Titans in 2009.
CBS News Sports - Johnson stated, "If sharing my story helps even one person get diagnosed sooner, inspires more research or gives another family hope, then it's worth it."
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson's speech-generating device delivers a voice that sounds just like his, as his voice was recorded shortly after his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson's wife, Brittany, stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by her as a caregiver.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I want people to know that I'm still me. ALS has changed what my body can do, but it hasn't changed who I am."
azcardinals.com - Johnson was signed to the Cardinals in 2015 and rushed for 814 yards that season on 196 carries, helping the Cardinals reach the NFC Championship game.
tennesseetitans.com - Johnson rushed for 9,651 yards and 55 touchdowns in his NFL career, with 1,742 carries for 7,965 yards and 58 touchdowns in 95 games for the Titans.
ABC News - In 2024, Johnson was inducted into the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame.
ABC News - Johnson's doctors believe his case is "sporadic ALS," which is how the vast majority of ALS cases occur.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Just over a year ago, I was picking up my 7-year-old daughter so she'd make a wish with her birthday cake. Today, I couldn't do that."
ABC News - Johnson said, "If sharing my story helps even one person get diagnosed sooner, inspires more research or gives another family hope, then it's worth it."
ABC News - Johnson's doctors believe his case is "sporadic ALS," which is common among ALS cases.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "It's continued to progress much faster than I ever imagined."
azcardinals.com - Johnson stated, "I want people to know I'm still me," emphasizing that ALS has changed his body but not who he is.
CBS News Sports - Johnson's doctors believe his case is "sporadic ALS," which is common among ALS cases.
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
ABC News - Johnson described receiving the diagnosis of ALS as a "shock," revealing that the doctor who diagnosed him said a medication may extend his life by a few months and that he and his wife should "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Honestly, I don't know if you ever fully process it," regarding his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson said, "I want people to understand just how quickly ALS can attack your body," highlighting the rapid progression of his condition.
ABC News - Johnson credited his family, including his wife Brittany, with giving him a "reason to keep going."
ABC News - Johnson stated, "Our life has shifted so much. It's a heavy workload," referring to the challenges faced by his wife as a caregiver.
azcardinals.com - Johnson stated that the disease has already progressed to the point where he can no longer speak without assistance.
tennesseetitans.com - Johnson's doctors believe his case is "sporadic ALS," which is common among ALS cases.
ABC News - Johnson mentioned that he was in the prime of his life last year, working out daily and spending time with his family when he first noticed symptoms.
ABC News - Johnson's wife, Brittany, initially thought his hand weakness was due to his football career, suspecting a pinched nerve.
ABC News - Johnson revealed that he has participated in multiple experimental treatments in addition to standard care medications.
ABC News - An effort to support ALS research in honor of Chris Johnson has been established at the Sean M. Healey & AMG Center for ALS.
ABC News - Johnson stated, "I can't even hold a cup if I try, and that's despite being diagnosed relatively early and doing everything we can, including participating in multiple experimental treatments."
azcardinals.com - Chris Johnson announced he has ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease.
tennesseetitans.com - Johnson stated he first noticed weakness in his right hand last year, leading to his diagnosis.
tennesseetitans.com - Johnson has rushed for 9,651 yards and 55 touchdowns in his NFL career.
ABC News - Johnson described his diagnosis as a "shock" and mentioned that he was advised to "get our affairs in order."
ABC News - Johnson stated that he uses a speech-generating device to communicate.
WHERE:
azcardinals.com - The announcement was made during an interview on "Good Morning America."
tennesseetitans.com - Johnson played for the Tennessee Titans, New York Jets, and Arizona Cardinals during his NFL career.
WHEN:
tennesseetitans.com - Johnson was diagnosed with ALS last year at age 39.
ABC News - The interview aired on "Good Morning America" on June 29, 2026.
WHY:
ABC News - The Johnsons said they are sharing their story to raise awareness of ALS and the need for ALS research.
azcardinals.com - Johnson wants to raise awareness about ALS and hopes that sharing his story will help others.
Fox News - Johnson's doctors believe his case is "sporadic ALS," which is common among ALS cases.
HOW:
ABC News - Johnson's speech-generating device delivers a voice that sounds just like his, as his voice was recorded shortly after his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson has participated in a clinical trial and is on standard care medications to slow the progression of ALS.
ABC News - Johnson's speech-generating device delivers a voice that sounds just like his, as his voice was recorded shortly after his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson has participated in a clinical trial and is on standard care medications to slow the progression of ALS.
ABC News - Johnson's speech-generating device delivers a voice that sounds just like his, as his voice was recorded shortly after his diagnosis.
ABC News - Johnson has participated in a clinical trial and is on standard care medications to slow the progression of ALS.
ABC News - Johnson uses a speech-generating device that delivers a voice that sounds just like his, as his voice was recorded shortly after his diagnosis.
tennesseetitans.com - Johnson uses his eyes to select words on a computer screen that generates speech.
ABC News - Johnson has participated in a clinical trial and is on standard care medications to slow the progression of ALS.
Chris Johnson has opened up about his diagnosis of sporadic ALS, emphasizing how quickly the disease can impact the body. He described the moment he received the diagnosis as a "shock," revealing that his doctor suggested a medication might extend his life by a few months, prompting him and his wife to "get our affairs in order." Despite the challenges he faces, including difficulty holding a cup and the heavy workload on his wife as a caregiver, Johnson remains determined to show that while ALS has changed his physical abilities, it hasn't altered who he is as a person.