@emptywheel Have you ever written a blog post titled "Why I still watch football even though it's a complete mess"? You should.
@B_Amer There are things we can do to fix football (and hockey). And rugby, and even ultimate?
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@emptywheel It's hard to deny the epidemic of concussions in football, unlike other sports, including hockey. -
@B_Amer Unlike hockey? Unlike rugby? Both have huge concussion problems.
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@emptywheel Plus, as a public figure who tweets about football frequently, don't you think you should address the issue? -
@B_Amer Especially since I don't regret the sports that have done similar damage to my own body. Would YOU have me forswear ultimate? -
@emptywheel No, but there's a difference between a back injury & multiple concussions. -
@B_Amer A) I've had at least one concussion too and STAYED ON THE FIELD, B) both nervous system damage -
@emptywheel But do you think that was the right choice? Even though you're ok, doesn't mean everyone should do the same. -
@emptywheel Plus, football is the king of American sports, so it deserves more scrutiny, no? -
@B_Amer Football deserves scrutiny bc the incentives are wrong. Which I have said and done. -
@emptywheel That's all I asked. Have you written about it? I'd like to read what you wrote. - 2 more replies
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