Rob Kelly, a former 1997 second-round draft pick out of Ohio State, played four seasons in the NFL with the New Orleans Saints before retiring in 2002 with the New England Patriots. A spot starter and special teamer, Kelly finished his NFL career with four interceptions, one returned 79 yards for a touchdown. Since his retirement, Kelly has faced similar neurological issues that’s dominated post-career narratives.
His wife, Emily Kelly, wrote an op-ed with the New York Times detailing how Rob Kelly has declined over the years.
I was right to be concerned.