Concussions in Professional Football BY: KYLE PORTER
History of the Issue players retire early in career because of posts concussion syndrome NFL Commissioner Paul Tagliabue creates the Mild Traumatic Brain Injury committee New Return to Play Guidelines Dr. Bennet Omalu finds CTE in ex-NFL players Ex-NFL players file lawsuit against NFL.
Addressing The Issue Enforce tougher concussion rules. Pay settlement to ex-NFL players. Better educate current players on concussions.
Impact on the Future Negative impact if…. Positive impact if….
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