NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — Former New Orleans Saints and legend Steve Gleason is recovering after suffering a "traumatic" accident on Sunday, Nov. 24. His team posted to X(Twitter) that the accident happened as he exited his van just before Gleason was set to speak at the Gleason Life Skills Volleyball Clinic. Community pushes forward to help Slidell woman build new home Miraculously, he was spared greater injury because he was strapped into his wheelchair and because of the swift action of his care team, a passerby doctor, and family. I guess his van is preparing him for his fight against Jake Paul. He is at home resting and grateful for this crazy wonderful life and the support and love from everyone. Steve Gleason's team Christmas in the Park to return to Lafreniere Park for 2024 holiday season Gleason retired as a New Orleans Saints safety in 2008 and was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease in 2011. He has since been an advocate for those also diagnosed with ALS. Stay up to date with the latest news, weather and sports by downloading the WGNO app on the Apple or Google Play stores and by subscribing to the WGNO newsletter. Latest Posts Orleans Parish coroner identifies woman killed in French Quarter quadruple shooting Knights 'joust do it' at the Renaissance Fest jousting competition President Biden pardons Peach and Blossom in annual tradition Steve Gleason recovering after 'traumatic accident' 15 new EV models set to electrify U.S. roads in 2025