In reply to: I'd have to agree.. posted by TWO
I have seen worse hits, but that collision was the very definition of what both the NFL and NCAA are writing rules to eliminate:
-defenseless player
-contact initiated with helmet
-defensive player launched into the hit
I still have no idea how that wasn't called
I imagine he might have taken his team off the field.
If your players are in danger why continue? Because it's Notre Dame-Texas on national TV?
There is no debate as to whether multiple head injuries lead to long-term medical conditions. The issue is whether the rules as currently drafted serve the players enough.
If you don't enforce the rules why put your kids' health at risk?