“People tend to look at mental health differently than physical health. If someone tears their ACL, we don't expect them to run 30 yards for a touchdown. They need to be treated and have the time to rest and heal, It's the same thing for mental health.”

American former professional football wide receiver

Cris Carter is an American former professional football wide receiver. He played in the National Football League from 1987 to 2002, with the Philadelphia Eagles, Minnesota Vikings, and Miami Dolphins. Best known for his long NFL career, Carter spent most of his years with Minnesota after beginning with Philadelphia. He later finished with Miami. The available record does not give more detail about his off-field work or the subjects of his quoted remarks.