Some of you might know that my younger brother, Blake, a long snapper for my alma mater, LSU, was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes (T1D) when he was 13. There is currently no cure for this devastating disease, but I am proud to be partnering with the Western New York Chapter JDRF to raise awareness and funds for research to find a cure.
I have donated a Flag Football Game to the live auction for JDRF’s 20th anniversary gala and I am also helping them to raise money for their amazing research. This research has been a tremendous help to my brother and to all children and adults living with T1D, but what we really want is a CURE.
I admire a lot about my brother, and high on that list is his upbeat attitude. He’s never viewed type 1 as a hindrance to accomplishing his goals. Instead, he asks, “How can this help me and how can I use my platform as an athlete to help others?” So now, I am asking you to join me and JDRF in turning Type One into Type NONE. In honor of my brother, please consider making a donation to JDRF.
I’m so proud that Blake can be a role model for the next generation of athletes with type 1 diabetes, and I thank all of you for your help in beating this disease.
- Reid Ferguson, Buffalo Bills Long Snapper
