The New York Times – Sports:
The league and the union said the concussion protocol was followed after Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa hit his head two weeks ago. But his return to that game has prompted a change in the protocol.
Category: Concussions
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Sideline Doctors Face Scrutiny After Hits to a Star Quarterback
The New York Times – Sports:
Physicians assessing head injuries at N.F.L. games are expected to be able to diagnose concussions. But recent injuries to Tua Tagovailoa raised questions about how effective the doctors can be.
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Doctor Who Examined Dolphins’ Tua Tagovailoa Is Dismissed
The New York Times – Sports:
After Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa sustained two head injuries in the last week, the players’ union removed a neurologist who was part of the process that allowed him to return to the field.
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N.F.L.’s Concussion Protocol Under Scrutiny After Tagovailoa Hit Hard Again
The New York Times – Sports:
The N.F.L. said its concussion protocols were followed when Tua Tagovailoa hit his head on Sunday. On Thursday, the quarterback left the field on a stretcher after a second head hit.
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Tua Tagovailoa Removed From Field After Second Head Hit in Two Games
The New York Times – Sports:
The N.F.L. quarterback left Thursday’s game on a stretcher after his head was slammed to the turf. The players’ union had previously asked for an investigation of his team’s handling of the concussion protocol.
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Despite Injuries, Several Quarterbacks Play On
The New York Times – Sports:
The N.F.L.’s players’ union will start an inquiry after Miami’s Tua Tagovailoa hits his head, yet returns to the game.
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More Black Former N.F.L. Players Eligible for Concussion Payouts
The New York Times – Sports:
Tests for dementia were rescored under the N.F.L.’s concussion settlement to avoid race-based criteria.
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NFL Players Participate in a Study That Might Predict CTE Decline
The New York Times – Sports:
In a study, Dr. Jennifer Coughlin observed brain activity that may help predict the onset of trauma-related illnesses and cognitive decline. N.F.L. players are helping to further her research.
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Rayfield Wright, Cowboys’ Hall of Fame Lineman, Dies at 76
The New York Times – Sports:
He was an All-Pro right tackle in the 1970s. But in retirement he was diagnosed with dementia, which he linked to repeated hits to the head.