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Hall of Famer and Southern coach Marshall Faulk says he's been diagnosed with Parkinson's

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The Associated Press. (2026, October 23). Hall of Famer and Southern coach Marshall Faulk says he's been diagnosed with Parkinson's. Toronto Star. https://www.thestar.com/sports/football/hall-of-famer-and-southern-coach-marshall-faulk-says-he-s-been-diagnosed-with-parkinson-s/article_f01a9e94-7b07-5b53-9d81-79b920244c8f.html

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Marshall Faulk, a former NFL running back and current coach at Southern University, announced on Wednesday that he has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. At 53 years old, Faulk mentioned experiencing hand rigidity and minor tremors but noted these symptoms have not worsened in the past year and a half due to medication. Known for his career spanning twelve seasons with the Indianapolis Colts and St. Louis Rams, Faulk was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2011.

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Marshall Faulk, a Pro Football Hall of Famer who played for both the Indianapolis Colts and the St. Louis Rams, announced on October 23, 2026, that he has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease at age 53. Faulk revealed his diagnosis during an episode of "The Caring Neurologist" podcast with Dr. Sandeep Thakkar. The former NFL star first noticed symptoms while playing golf and was advised by a doctor to seek further medical attention after experiencing hand rigidity. Since then, he has been on medication that helps manage the condition, which primarily affects his hands but does not significantly impact his lifestyle or activity levels. Faulk aims to raise awareness about Parkinson's disease and encourage others to seek help if they experience similar symptoms.

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Hall of Fame running back and Southern University coach Marshall Faulk has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. asserted

Faulk → diagnose → disease

Faulk revealed his diagnosis on the podcast “The Caring Neurologist” on Wednesday, telling the host, “I want to help as many people as I can.” asserted

I → reveal → people

The 53-year-old Faulk said he was not experiencing “issues” beyond hand rigidity and a few tremors, thanks to medication. asserted

he → say → medication

He doesn’t believe the symptoms have gotten worse in the 18 months he’s been dealing with the disease. asserted

he → believe → disease

Faulk is in his first season as Southern’s coach after serving as running backs coach at Colorado. asserted

Faulk → serve → Colorado

He played 12 NFL seasons with the Indianapolis Colts and St. Louis Rams, and was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2011. asserted

He → play → 2011

Hall of Famer and Southern coach Marshall Faulk says he's been diagnosed with Parkinson's

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