Former NFL Quarterback Ray Lucas Returns to Alma Mater to Share His Story of Overcoming Opioid Addiction with New Jersey High School Student Athletes
He urged the students gathered at Jersey Mike’s Arena to stay educated and informed about the risks of prescription opioids.
- He urged the students gathered at Jersey Mike’s Arena to stay educated and informed about the risks of prescription opioids.
- “Addiction can happen to anyone at any time.”
Nearly 20 high schools brought students to hear Lucas tell his story, and athletes from Rutgers also attended. - “When Ray Lucas tells you that opioid addiction is tougher than any opponent he faced, it makes an impact.
- Students who are prescribed an opioid before graduating from high school increase their risk of future misuse by 33 percent.