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The Full Story Behind Why I Stepped Away from the NFL

By Jaire AlexanderThe Players' Tribune

Jaire Alexander opens up about his mental health and his decision to step away from the NFL: “Deciding to step away from the game was one of the toughest things I’ve ever had to do. But I absolutely did have to do it.”

Its opening weekend last season. Sunday Night Football. Everyone in America watching.

A few months earlier Id been dropped by the Packers. Just straight up released. So Im with the Ravens at thi…