Steve Gleason

Biography

Stephen Michael Gleason is a former NFL safety who played for the New Orleans Saints from 2000 to 2007. He gained notoriety for blocking a punt in 2006, a moment that symbolized the city's recovery from Hurricane Katrina. Gleason later revealed his battle with ALS and has since become an advocate for awareness, winning the Congressional Gold Medal in 2019 for his contributions to the cause.