In an unexpected twist during a press conference originally convened to announce the contract extension of Jaylon Johnson with the Chicago Bears, the 24-year-old NFL star revealed something of even greater personal significance than his multi-billion-dollar deal.
Johnson candidly confessed to a private battle with a serious addiction, taking the attendees by surprise.
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JOHNSON ADMITS TO SEX ADDICTION
What was intended to be a routine announcement turned into a moment of vulnerability for Jaylon
Johnson. The press conference, organized by the Chicago Bears, was supposed to focus on the football star's lucrative contract extension, securing him a sum of $76 million (approximately 27.6 billion Hungarian forint) through to 2028. However, it was his unexpected and personal disclosure that made the headlines, as reported by Ripost.
"I would like to briefly read something,"
Johnson began.
"Last season, I underwent therapy for my sex addiction. It was incredibly challenging for me to talk to anyone about it. It was something no one else knew about,"
Johnson revealed his struggle with sex addiction.
He expressed gratitude towards God for helping him overcome his overpowering desires.
"I feel that many people think we need to wear a mask and cover everything up.
But it's entirely normal to go through something like this. And it's okay to ask for help," the professional football player advised his peers. Jaylon
Johnson is also a father to a four-year-old daughter, showing that his commitment to tackling personal issues extends beyond his professional career.