Concussions Force Critical Look at the NFL
Jon Jansen, an offensive tackle for the Washington Redskins, was asked about what he knew of the occurrence of concussions in National Football League players. "I've never had one diagnosed, but I don't think I've ever been smart enough to actually go in the training room when my head's been ringing. But there are some guys that when they get dinged, it really bothers them," said Jansen.
A doctor in Pittsburgh claims he has linked the fourth case of a former NFL player to brain damage from a NFL career. Researchers who are not affiliated with the NFL also say that retired players who have had more than one concussion are more likely to be diagnosed with depression.
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