Still Strong Foundation

ancial hardships. We also want to positively impact the cancer community. When Leah was first diagnosed with cancer, I planned to give up my NFL dreams. I wanted to be by her side throughout her battle. However, when doctors told me her projected treatments cost more than $1 million, I had to choose – either give up football and be by Leah’s side everyday or play football so I could afford the best possible treatments to help her win this fight. Returning to the football field was one of the hardest decisions I have ever made in my life. But I knew it was the right decision, because it was the only way I could afford my everyday bills and take on the additional cost of her treatments. Trust me, when I wasn’t on the field, I was by Leah’s bedside. I am financially fortunate and grateful my time with the Cincinnati Bengals allows insurance coverage for Leah’s treatments. I realize most families face extreme hardship and heart-wrenching decisions. We want to help lessen this pain, provide support to help moms and dads, and keep them fully present and engaged during their child’s cancer fight."