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Something new for the 2015 NFL season, and athletic trainer in the press box. The NFL has been dealing with a concussion issue, for years. Each year, the competition committee reviews ways to improve player safety. Currently, if a player is suspected of having a concussion, they will be put through a series of concussion tests. If the player passes, they can return to game action. Should they not pass, they are restricted from returning.
What if a player takes a hit and tries to play without leaving the game? AKA, Julian Edelman taking a vicious hit in Super Bowl 49, and continued playing. With the new rule the athletic trainier in the press box can alert the side judge. When the official is contacted, the game will be stopped and the player will have to receive medical treatment. This is a medical call to the human eye, not a choice by either team.
Marvin Lewis has raised some eyebrows with his comments. Rebecca Toback published an article "Marvin Lewis shows naivety in commenting on concussions in the NFL,." on SB Nation. She discusses at length the comments made by Lewis. We will discuss this article and the hot topic of concussions. Listen in and call the show with your thoughts.