Chris Johnson's wife describes daily challenges caring for former NFL star with ALS

Brittany Johnson spoke openly about the relentless caregiving required after her husband, former All-Pro running back Chris Johnson, received an ALS diagnosis in May 2025. The disease has left him unable to speak, walk unaided, or sit upright without assistance, and he now depends on a bypass machine that delivers oxygen every four seconds. Brittany handles his nutrition, oral care, and daily stretching, while he participates in physical therapy and massages several times a week.

Their three children—8-year-old daughter Honey and 14-year-old twins Kaden and Chris Jr.—have lost the hands-on coaching and exercise guidance they once received from their father. Despite the hardships, Brittany remains hopeful for future treatments and prays for a breakthrough that could extend his life.