10 Shocking Facts The NFL Don't Want You To Know
6. Painkillers
The NFL is also currently in the grip of a serious painkiller problem. Multiple surprise inspections by the DEA at several stadiums during the 2014 season painted a frightening picture of the league's reliance on prescription drugs. Former stars also confirm the problem facing injured retirees:
Former QB Ryan Leaf is currently serving a prison sentence for crimes related to narcotic painkiller abuse. Tom McHale - former Buccaneer and Eagle died of an overdose in 2008, and several other players have gone on record to state that they have developed major problems with painkillers since leaving the league with injuries sustained during play.