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NFL Has 8 New Impact Mitigating Helmets for Quarterbacks and Linemen

Eight new position-specific helmets for quarterbacks and linemen have been approved by the NFL and the NFL Players Association. Two of the new models manufactured by Riddell are designed for quarterbacks while six helmets are made for offensive and defensive …

Family of N.C. High School Football Player Who Died After Head Injury Sues

The family of a North Carolina high school football player who died after sustaining a head injury during practice is suing the Wake County school system and members of the athletic staff. The News & Observer reports 17-year-old Isaiah Langston …

Study Finds Brain Effects in High-School Football Players Without Concussions

A single high-school football season of heavy hits, even without a concussion, led to observable brain abnormalities in a study, the latest evidence to raise questions about the long-term consequences of the popular game. The findings from 24 high-school athletes …

NFL Players Sue Own Union, Allege Concussion Conspiracy with Owners

The National Football League Players Association conspired with the league to hide the risks of head injuries sustained on the gridiron, two ex-pros claimed in a lawsuit. Former Minnesota Vikings defensive tackle Christian Ballard and Gregory Westbrooks, a linebacker for …