‘Drugs quieted my inner loathing’: Todd Marinovich on the NFL, addiction and the power of art
Former Raiders quarterback, Todd Marinovich’s career was cut short due to off-field issues including drug use. In his new book, Marinovich recounts his journey from his freshman year, where he guided the Trojans to a Rose Bowl victory, to his time with the Los Angeles Raiders. Known for his intense training regimen, Marinovich was given the nickname “Robo Quarterback” by his father. However, his other nickname, “Marijuana-vich,” hints at the substance abuse problems that plagued his career. Marinovich’s story highlights the often unseen struggles of athletes dealing with addiction.