What happens behind the helmet when the lights dim, the adrenaline fades, and the hits linger? We all know the highlight plays: Austin Ekeler darting toward daylight, strumming his signature air guitar after a touchdown. But what does it really feel like to face the fear of losing the game you love, in the most literal sense? That’s the honest, unvarnished story we set out to capture, sitting down with Ekeler for an exclusive interview with EssentiallySports .

It was an immersive experience that helps you, the fan, see the NFL through Ekeler’s unguarded eyes. In conversation with Andrew Whitelaw, Ekeler gave voice to what few players share: the raw truth about concussions and the repercussions that come with them.

People love the rush; the sprint, the celebrations, but the

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