Stories of 2022

Athletes turned to The Players’ Tribune to share their stories in 2022. From career-defining highs and lows to mental health and more, we’re sharing our top stories of the year.

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Hey Tee

A special message to Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins from his mom ahead of the Super Bowl.

I’m That Bitch

This is Jade Cargill in her own words.

I’m Still Here

John Wall shares his story: “I was this close to taking my own life. That’s a hard thing to tell the world. But if you can say one thing about me, it’s that I’ve always been real, and that’s not going to change today.”

Letter to My Younger Self

Tarik Cohen pens a letter to his younger self: “It’s almost like, for you, nothing can just be easy and work out and make everyone happy.”

Ana

Molly Bartrip opens up about her battle with anorexia nervosa, depression and anxiety: “I wasn’t just ruining my mind, I was ruining my body.”

Football Has No Gender

Growing up, it was Alexia Putellas’ dream to play for Barcelona. Now, she’s a Barça midfielder and a Ballon d’Or winner.

Dear Portland

This was not just a jersey, to me. This was not just a franchise. This was my home.

To Calgary

Johnny Gaudreau in his own words: “I feel so grateful to have been brought up in the Calgary Flames Organization.”

Y’all Don’t Know a Damn Thing About JaMarcus Russell

JaMarcus Russell shares his truth: “It’s my turn to speak on it. If you wanna judge me, then judge me. But at least know where I come from first.”

I Want to Remember Everything

Mikaela Shiffrin on losing her dad and the real nature of grief: “Some days, it’s so hard to put one foot in front of the other. That’s grief. That’s being a human.”