As NFL players face career-defining retirement decisions during the 2026 offseason, one question matters most: Are the league’s benefit programs truly enough? In this episode of The Frost Podcast, we break down the NFL Benefits Program, pension plans, health coverage, and long-term protections available to retired players—and whether they deliver real security beyond the final snap.

Retirement in the NFL isn’t just emotional—it’s financial, medical, and life-altering. As veterans weigh whether to continue playing or step away, understanding the league’s retirement structure becomes critical.

In this episode, Darwain Frost examines the six major pillars of the NFL’s retirement framework and what they mean for long-term player well-being.

🔍 What We Cover:

🏈 Why NFL Players Retire