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“I am bipolar & I am not ashamed of it”: Vikings DE Everson Griffen sparks conversation on mental health

by Shubham Bhargava
December 4, 2021, 8:42 PM IST
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Everson Griffen is a veteran of the game. The defensive end for the Minnesota Vikings has had an illustrious career spanning over a decade. He was signed by the Dallas Cowboys in 2020, however, he returned back to his old franchise in 2021.

Recently, Everson made the headlines after he posted a bizarre video of him holding a gun. After looking at the video, people were extremely concerned about his safety, and Law enforcement officials were called to Griffen’s place on 24th November.

“That’s inspiration right there”: Twitter hails Everson Griffen after he opens up about his mental health

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Everson Griffen

After a while, Griffen left his home and officials informed him that he was receiving treatment for mental health. “It’s true I am bipolar,” Griffen recently posted on Instagram. “I will embrace it and I will be an advocate for mental health. I have been running from it a long time,” he claimed.

“I’m not ashamed of it anymore,” the post further read. Griffen claimed that it all began when his mother left the mortal world in 2012. He wrote that post that incident, he went “into a dark place.” He stated that this time he will do everything the experts say.

Vikings GM Rick Spielman extended his support to Griffen’s family. “Their family is our family,” he said after the incident. “And it’s important at this moment that we respect the health, the safety, and the well-being of everyone that is involved in this situation. I know he’s receiving the care and the support he needs, along with his family,” he added.

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The Defensive End has now been placed on the Reserve/Injury list. As soon as he recovers, Griffen would be eligible to return to the field. This incident has sparked the conversation on mental health and Griffen’s post has gone viral on social media. Fans are appreciating him for speaking out on the issue.

Vikings DE Everson Griffen posted this on his Instagram and speaks of being bipolar and wanting to be an advocate for mental health. pic.twitter.com/6LdmY6aGWW

— Courtney Cronin (@CourtneyRCronin) December 4, 2021

We do love u and pray for u!! Please take the time to help urself. We fans understand and hope nothing but the very best for u. God bless?

— Robin magnuson-harkn (@HarknRobin) December 4, 2021

Happy nothing bad happened and I wish dude and his family nothing but happiness and success. Dawg fr.

— Boston Sports (@SportsclubBOS) December 4, 2021

Way to go Everson. You're a bigger champ off the field! I wish you luck. Best wishes

— Heads or Tails (@Chris24132354) December 4, 2021

Great to see he’s doing what’s good for him and not scared to admit it that’s inspiring right there

— Ethan (@nxxht3) December 4, 2021

Also Read: Stephen A Smith makes his choice between Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers

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Shubham Bhargava

Shubham Bhargava

Shubham Bhargava is a sports writer and enthusiast who can talk and write about NFL, NBA, Cricket, Tennis, Football, and Formula One all day without breaking a sweat. Sports fuels his soul and he aspires to become a Sports Presenter in the future.

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