Clyde Edwards-Helaire Opens Up About 2018 Shooting and PTSD Struggles

The Kansas City Chiefs running back shares his traumatic experience and journey to recovery on The Pivot Podcast.

Clyde Edwards-Helaire recounted a 2018 incident where he shot and killed an armed assailant in self-defense, which has led to his ongoing battle with PTSD.
The traumatic event occurred during an attempted robbery while he and his friend Jared Small were trying to sell a PlayStation.
Edwards-Helaire described the emotional toll of the incident, including sleepless nights and hospitalizations, affecting his NFL career.
Support from Kansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid and teammates like Travis Kelce has been crucial in his recovery process.
By sharing his story publicly, Edwards-Helaire hopes to inspire others facing similar mental health challenges to seek help and find peace.