'We Want Them to Just Have Safe Spaces': NFL Player Solomon Thomas Will Speak to Milwaukee Youths About Mental Health and Suicide

Soloman Thomas, defensive tackle for the Las Vegas Raiders and former third overall pick in the NFL draft, will speak Monday, Oct. 25 during a virtual talk for boys involved with Milwaukee’s Safe and Sound. The organization focuses on building safe neighborhoods by connecting the community and law enforcement.

In an interview with Milwaukee NNS, Thomas said the goal of the discussion is to help kids feel more comfortable seeking help and having conversations about their feelings. Thomas said Black men, in particular, are often told to “toughen up” or “get over it” because of social pressures. He wants to change that narrative.