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Steve Gleason
Coverage of Steve Gleason in the Nexus archive.
Chris Johnsonperson1Tennessee Titansorganization1ALStopic1Michael Strahanperson1Ice Bucket Challengetopic1amyotrophic lateral sclerosistopic1National WWII Museumorganization1Rosie the Riveterstopic1Delphine Klaputperson1John Williamsperson1American Spirit Awardtopic1Dr. Hal Baumgarten D-Day Commemorationtopic1
- Chris Johnson, legendary Titans RB and member of 2,000-yard season club, reveals ALS diagnosis
Chris Johnson, a former NFL running back and member of the 2,000-yard season club, announced his ALS diagnosis. The Tennessee Titans posted a highlight video of Johnson, and the team's owner released a statement. ALS is a progressive neurological disease affecting NFL players, including Steve Gleason, and the Ice Bucket Challenge raised awareness and funds for research.
- Last surviving 'Rosie the Riveters' honored by WWII Museum on D-Day Anniversary: 'We can do it'
The National WWII Museum in New Orleans honored over 30 surviving 'Rosie the Riveters' on the 82nd anniversary of D-Day for their contributions to the Allied war effort. The women, recognized during the Dr. Hal Baumgarten D-Day Commemoration, received the 2026 American Spirit Award alongside John Williams and Steve Gleason.