Dwight Hollier brings expertise on NFL life and overcoming depression to Hampton Roads camp

Posted Jul 9, 2018
Dwight Hollier did what he could to prepare for life after football. He began studying for a master’s degree in counseling at Nova Southeastern University, across the street from the Dolphins’ training facility. He played nine seasons as a linebacker in the NFL (1992-2000). After his long career, moving on to post-football life was difficult. Depression set in. (Daily Press)

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