Indianapolis Colts offensive tackle Braden Smith found happiness in football again after he broke free from the strain ...

Colts RT Braden Smith was considering retirement until he sought help for his OCD. '(Turned) a negative into the positive' ...

Smith, 29, was officially placed on the NFI (non-football injury) list Dec. 14 with, at the time, an undiagnosed medical ...

Indianapolis Colts tackle Braden Smith was diagnosed with religious scrupulosity, a form of OCD that almost made him take his life.

Indianapolis Colts offensive tackle Braden Smith shared openly about his mindset after facing personal challenges.

Indianapolis Colts offensive lineman Braden Smith is back at training camp and feeling great after rare OCD diagnosis.

Colts OT Braden Smith reveals battle with OCD, which included contemplating suicide Jack Baer Staff writer Tue, Apr 8, 2025 · 3 min read ...

Indianapolis Colts right tackle Braden Smith is back with the Colts and has retaken his place in the starting lineup after missing the final five games of last season while on the non-football illness ...

In December, the Colts placed right tackle Braden Smith on the non-football illness list. There was no mention of the nature of the illness. Smith has now gone public with his condition. Joel A.

Indianapolis Colts offensive tackle Braden Smith (72) moves on the field Saturday, Jan. 6, 2024, during a game against the Houston Texans at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.

Indianapolis Colts' Braden Smith bravely battled severe OCD, specifically religious scrupulosity, that nearly ended his NFL career. Consumed by guilt and intrusive thoughts, Smith sought help ...

Braden felt like he had a "blank slate" mentally and underwent three hours of OCD-specific treatment per day for two weeks and is still doing one session per week.