SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., February 2026 — As former Cowboy and current New England Patriots linebacker Chad Muma prepares to compete in Super Bowl LIX, he is also using the global spotlight surrounding the game to advance a cause deeply personal to him: raising awareness as an American Diabetes Association® (ADA) Ambassador. His presence on a stage as powerful as the Super Bowl helps ensure that diabetes awareness remains part of the national conversation long after the final whistle.
With extensive media coverage surrounding Muma's journey to the Super Bowl, the ADA is encouraging outlets to include his advocacy work as part of his story. Muma has been a dedicated ADA Ambassador, using his platform to educate, inspire, and mobilize action around diabetes—one of the fastest-growing chronic diseases in the United States, affecting nearly one in two Americans through diabetes or prediabetes. Muma also supports diabetes awareness through his Muma Movement Foundation, reinforcing his commitment to impact beyond football.
Muma's connection to the cause began as a teenager, when he experienced rapid weight loss and was diagnosed with diabetes. Since then, the former Wyoming standout and NFL linebacker has paired elite athletic discipline with purposeful advocacy, partnering with the ADA and through his foundation to expand awareness, prevention efforts, and support for those living with the disease.
"Through football, I've learned the importance of preparation, accountability, and teamwork," said Muma. "Those same principles apply to managing diabetes and supporting the people impacted by it. Being an ADA Ambassador allows me to take what I've learned on the field and use it to make a real difference off of it."
During Super Bowl week and beyond, Muma is available to speak with media about both his NFL journey and his work as an ADA Ambassador. Media covering the Patriots or Super Bowl LIX are encouraged to highlight his advocacy efforts as part of a broader narrative centered on leadership, perseverance, and impact beyond football.
