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[MikeStrybel]

Originally Posted by Cobra

Assuming that the concussions studies actually produce the results that you are predicting and assuming that helmet technology does not improve and reduce the risk of concussions.

Riddell introduced a new helmet in 2002. A three year study was conducted using over 2,000 HS football players the the new helmet reduced the risk of a player suffering their first concussion by 41%. Riddell recently introduced a new helmet but I don't believe there are statistics on that helmet yet. Football players used to have a decent risk of suffering a skull fracture and dying. Helmet technology has basically eliminated that risk. Helmet technology is continuing to improve and reduce the risk of concussions.

Assuming we are considering the same company and technology, that study was proven to be flawed. The Revolution helmet reduced consuccions by about 3%. A couple of football programs have lawsuits pending against them for the misrepresentation. I coach youth football and have seen far too many kids hurt this year.

Soccer/football is played in almost every nation in the world. Many play in the dirt without shoes. Baseball costs far more to play.

Getting back to the original topic, children still watch the Series. Again, last night we returned from football practice and watched the game. Bed time is 9 around here, provided he has his homework done. He saw most of the game. Had it been the Cubs playing I would happily allow my kids to stay up.