Don't blame Reggie Nelson for the injury to Le'Veon Bell. Though it would be easy to do, and when you look at the low hit on arguably the best running back in the NFL, it gets even easier. After all, the third quarter hit to Bell's knee by the Bengals safety left Bell limping off the field with a hyperextension, and the injury has Bell's status for the Steelers playoff contest against the Baltimore Ravens very much in doubt. Beyond the fact that Bell has been dominant in 2014, and is even ... Read More
Not All Concussions are Created Equal
Modern-day hockey has faced many crises; both on and off the ice. None have been bigger than player safety, particularly in regards to concussions. Hockey is by nature a brutal and ruthless game. One built around speed, contact and desire. Consequently, concussions have become commonplace. The league is making strides to reduce the risk; cracking down on headshots and levying hefty fines against offenders. Additionally, concussion testing has come a long way, and doctors are more inclined to ... Read More