NFL wide receiver Kayshon Boutte opens up about his struggle with gambling addiction, revealing how it nearly derailed his career. The 23-year-old player from LSU shared a candid account of his struggles in an essay published on The Players' Tribune.
Boutte described how he began to gamble extensively during his college days at LSU, despite being aware that it was affecting him negatively. He would often stay up late into the night and bet, even with insomnia making it difficult for him to sleep. His addiction had a devastating impact, costing him $90,000 of his own money.
The lowest point came when Boutte realized he was completely broke after chasing the high of gambling. In an emotional account, he recalled seeing the number zero on his phone app and knowing that it marked the end of his financial resources.
However, with support from family and loved ones, including his newborn child, who played a significant role in turning his life around, Boutte eventually sought help for his addiction.
Boutte also expressed gratitude towards the New England Patriots, whose organization he credits with understanding and supporting him through his struggles. He praised their commitment to providing him with resources to overcome his addiction.
The Patriots have since offered him a second chance, and he has made significant strides in overcoming his addiction. Despite facing setbacks, Boutte has continued to excel on the field, appearing in 14 games this season with impressive statistics.
As the NFL playoffs approach, fans are eager to see whether Boutte can lead the Patriots to victory against their first-round opponents, the Chargers, who await them on Sunday.
Boutte described how he began to gamble extensively during his college days at LSU, despite being aware that it was affecting him negatively. He would often stay up late into the night and bet, even with insomnia making it difficult for him to sleep. His addiction had a devastating impact, costing him $90,000 of his own money.
The lowest point came when Boutte realized he was completely broke after chasing the high of gambling. In an emotional account, he recalled seeing the number zero on his phone app and knowing that it marked the end of his financial resources.
However, with support from family and loved ones, including his newborn child, who played a significant role in turning his life around, Boutte eventually sought help for his addiction.
Boutte also expressed gratitude towards the New England Patriots, whose organization he credits with understanding and supporting him through his struggles. He praised their commitment to providing him with resources to overcome his addiction.
The Patriots have since offered him a second chance, and he has made significant strides in overcoming his addiction. Despite facing setbacks, Boutte has continued to excel on the field, appearing in 14 games this season with impressive statistics.
As the NFL playoffs approach, fans are eager to see whether Boutte can lead the Patriots to victory against their first-round opponents, the Chargers, who await them on Sunday.
Boutte's story is really inspiring, fam 
. I mean, he could've easily let his addiction ruin his career and life, but instead, he faced it head-on and got help 
. And kudos to the Patriots for being understanding and providing resources for him - it shows they care about their players' well-being beyond just winning 
. Boutte's comeback story is proof that you can overcome struggles and still achieve great things 
. I'm hyped to see what he does this weekend vs the Chargers!
. But seriously though, $90,000 gone in one go? That's wild 
. It's good that he found support from loved ones, including his newborn, who seems like the ultimate motivator for Boutte 
. And props to the Patriots for being supportive and providing resources – it shows they care about their players' well-being more than just their on-field performance 
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their org is def one of a kind. Boutte's comeback story is like a real-life superhero movie - cant wait to see what happens next sunday!
i mean 90k is a crazy amount of money that someone loses to gambling its a reminder that we all need to be more responsible with our finances 
anyways boutte seems like a strong guy who's turned his life around and im rooting for him 
I'm so impressed by Kayshon Boutte's honesty about his struggles with gambling addiction. It takes a lot of courage to share something like that, especially when it comes to something as personal as addiction. 
. It's crazy how much he lost 
. The fact that his family, especially his newborn, helped him turn things around is amazing 
. And props to the Patriots for supporting him through it all - that takes a lot of courage 
. Ultimately, Boutte's resilience and determination are a testament to the human capacity for growth and redemption 
. It's not easy to admit when we're struggling, especially in a high-pressure environment like sports. I think it's amazing that he's been open and honest about his experiences, it'll hopefully help others who might be going through the same thing 
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. And I'm glad he found support from family and friends, especially with that new baby on the way 
. His story is a great reminder that even the people you admire can be human and make mistakes 
. I'm glad to hear that he's found support from family, friends, and an amazing organization like the Patriots 
. I mean, $90k is a lot of money, but I guess when you're in the zone, nothing seems real anymore 
. It's great to see him open up about it though, it's not an easy thing to talk about. I'm glad he had a supportive family and team behind him, like those Patriots fam 
. Now he's back on track, making amazing plays on the field... let's see if he can lead the Patriots to victory this Sunday 
. I feel like he's not alone with his struggles, we've all been there with our own personal demons 
. It's amazing how much pressure you put on yourself when you're chasing that high 
He still has a tough road ahead, but I'm rooting for him to lead the Patriots to victory this Sunday 
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