Ricardo Lockette Thankful To Be Alive

Former Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Ricardo Lockette survived a terrifying hit in week 8 against the Dallas Cowboys. Lockette suffered ligament damage in his neck after being hit by Cowboys safety Jeff Heath on a special teams play.

Lockette wrote a touching piece that was published in The Players’ Tribune:

"I want to help people. Like so many people along the way helped me."@RicardoLockette's new purpose in retirement: https://t.co/IVUuy3WDsx

— The Players' Tribune (@PlayersTribune) July 5, 2016

Sometimes as fans we overlook the dangers of the sport. We encourage you to read this touching piece in its entirety.