Ken Belson
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A Former W.W.E. Wrestler Taps in Against Concussion Deniers
Using a confrontational style honed in the ring, Dr. Christopher Nowinski challenges the N.F.L. and other leagues to acknowledge the link between concussions and chronic...
N.F.L.’s Concussion Protocol Under Scrutiny After Tagovailoa Hit Hard Again
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...
Tua Tagovailoa Removed From Field After Second Head Hit in Two Games
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...
Despite Injuries, Several Quarterbacks Play On
The N.F.L.’s players’ union will start an inquiry after Miami’s Tua Tagovailoa hits his head, yet returns to the game.
N.F.L. Players Union Quietly Seeks New Leadership
The group’s executive director, DeMaurice Smith, was nearly ousted from the role after negotiating a contentious 2020 labor deal. Candidates are lining up to replace...
Russell Wilson’s Return to Seattle Ends in Loss
Wilson connected on big passing plays in his return to Seattle, but miscues from the Broncos’ running backs — and a hearty effort from his...
Deshaun Watson’s Apology Undercuts the N.F.L.’s Message
The league has looked for contrition in determining its discipline of players accused of conduct violations. Deshaun Watson’s insistence that he did nothing wrong undermined...
More Black Former N.F.L. Players Eligible for Concussion Payouts
Tests for dementia were rescored under the N.F.L.’s concussion settlement to avoid race-based criteria.
The Packers’ Shareholders Meeting Is a Window Into NFL Finances.
The Green Bay Packers are the only N.F.L. team whose fans can buy an ownership stake. Their annual shareholders meeting is part pep rally, part...
Demaryius Thomas’s Death Was Caused by Seizure Disorder
The former N.F.L. receiver died at 33, six months after he retired from football. He had been posthumously diagnosed with chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or C.T.E.