Legendary player diagnosed with most severe CTE
Irv Cross had the most severe form of CTE.
Irv Cross had the most severe form of CTE.
"There were no visible signs present, even though there was a blow to the head."
"Where's the concussion spotter?"
Stafford missed last week's game while in concussion protocols, and was evaluated for a concussion after a hit Sunday.
"For the next two or three weeks after that hit, I couldn't close my eyes without stumbling. I couldn't tie my shoes, and I didn't let anyone know."
"I was on the ground and I was stuck there, I couldn't move."
"Tua, my brother. I love you. I love you as much as I love my son. Stop playing. Stop."
“If I see a player that I think is not functioning properly that for some reason has not been identified, then absolutely I would [take them out]."
Tua Tagovailoa's injuries sparked a renewed emphasis on concussion issues.
Fitzpatrick has 24 tackles, two pass breakups, and two interceptions this year.
"We don’t mess with that... As long as I’m the head coach that’ll never be an issue you guys will have to worry about."
"Every indication from our perspective is that it was [followed]."
“Concussions happen all the time.”
"I wanted to be at the forefront of a solution."
Convincing young kids to turn down millions to preserve their future health is a tougher task than some may think.