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Painkillers in the NFL: Keith McCants on the War Within

Keith McCants reflects on losing control as mental and physical pain took over his life.

More than 1,000 former NFL players are addicted to painkillers. Many are without health insurance, or any semblance of a support system. In this VICE Sports Sitdown, Keith McCants reflects on losing control as mental and physical pain took over his life.