From Glory to Gridiron Gloom: How These NFL Legends Lost Their Shine
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By Angeline Smith
Luther Elliss
In a tale as wild as a fumbled pigskin, retired Detroit Lions lineman Luther Elliss, who once tackled riches on the field, found himself face-masked by a mountain of debt in 2010. With a staggering $4.4 million in liabilities, he had to dodge the delinquent tax blitz and fend off mortgage debt like a seasoned gridiron warrior.
The Salt Lake Tribune revealed that he and his wife carried the weight of legal fees and Christian school tuition, adding a dash of schoolyard woes to their financial fumble. However, the two-time Pro Bowler made a resounding comeback through a sports company, coaching, and motivational speaking.
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