Mat Rogers on fighting mental health battles, and finding his own path | One Plus One | ABC News

Mat Rogers reached the pinnacle of rugby league and union, representing Australia in both codes. Yet, despite his huge personal achievements, he spent much of his life in his father Steve Rogers’ shadow. Mat speaks candidly to Kurt Fearnley about his mental health struggles and trying to pave his own path. Watch more from #OnePlusOne: bit.ly/3Jef1cA
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[@MW73107]

Such a great player in both codes. More importantly his own person, grounded and wise. One of my favourite players.

[@bluebagel8084]

What an amazing interview. So insightful, so much pain and emotion. Great to hear well known people to speak up on mental health.

[@harryealedona3782]

I had to find Mat Rodgers. And I found this. Thank you Legend ❤️🇵🇬

[@FueledbyJohn]

Respect to this man for pursuing something he enjoys. 🙂

[@FergusHodgson]

A class player and gentleman. We were lucky to see him in union for a few years.

[@andyhunter5869]

Matty Rogers I’m a one of the best players in either rugby code. Man is a champion.

[@andrewwestwood4346]

There's 'footy field' bravery and toughness and then there's this sort. Love and respect brother, you're an inspiration.

[@MrHairymick]

Awesome interview. Thank you both. Don't worry mate, I teared up too. This is the stuff you'll be remembered for- having an impact on people's lives.

[@JustAThought155]

I truly love this show!❤

[@teneleven4457]

Great interview. Appreciate the honesty. Great point on reaching out to someone who needs help.

[@ronnie9103]

Good on ya Matt ! QUEENSLANDER !!!!!!!

[@davidbaldwin4972]

Awesome interview I remember walking in to the Nerang roosters football club and he pic for Queensland was on the wall, saying I want to be like Matt, I played wing we won premierships we had the best team on the coast made rep teams followed him as a player almost got a premiership for the titans but his life what can I say battles for real Lots of respect for how he has approached it all lessons in life, courage signing up to amway still been a leader on and off the field awesome 👏

[@oldenglish1111]

legend

[@oakdeneemporium6014]

I know nothing about the sharks but I always watch one on one and enjoy the conversation

[@joelezekielivura9651]

Great interview ever. I am still not aware as to why Matt played for Queensland while his dad played for the Blues. Can anyone clarify this to me....?

[@josephkearney1332]

Think Matty played all his junior rep for QLD. Originally Steve was born in Gold Coast. Think it has something to do with that.

[@chadjcrase]

'Times when I haven't wanted to speak to anybody'; they are powerful words. At almost the same time, though, Mat mentioned courage, and he has it in spades.

[@katedobelis3592]

I'll post this as mental health issues are important men women always speak to friends family if your battling