Is Football Worth It

Is It Worth It?
Football is considered by many to be the number one sport in America. It is enjoyed by millions from little league all the way to the National Football League (NFL). As exciting as football is to watch, it is no denying that it is a high-impact and physically dangerous sport that can lead to many serious injuries. There is one such contact sport injury that can be more severe than many other sports-related injuries. What is the culprit? It is a concussion. Concussions are usually caused by a hard hit to the head that causes the brain to shake inside of the skull. A concussion can be a very serious brain injury that can possibly keep a player out of the game for weeks. Even more traumatic and career ending is when a player is …show more content…
In more recent years, the NFL, along with little league and collegiate level football, has begun to take a more in depth look at the injury with the hope of increasing safety awareness and safety precaution. Football may be the most popular contact sport among Americans, but it is also an incredibly dangerous sport. Because of the constant danger, safety awareness is a critical aspect of football. It is crucial for every player on the field because every position is at risk of getting tackled or hit at any given time. Typically, the running back or wide receiver is the most vulnerable position because these players are basically running into the entire defensive line every time he receives the ball. The defensive linemen usually outweigh …show more content…
But in today 's world of professional football, teams are looking at everything from new-fangled helmets and neck contraptions to injury-risk monitoring systems, shock-absorbing turf, and mandated spa days to aid in safety prevention. The NFL has taken notice of the seriousness of concussions and that repetitive concussions and hits can lead to a host of ailments and diseases. The NFL has implemented valiant efforts to improve the safety of players by educating athletes at every level of the sport, endorsing and imposing rules that protect and make the game safer, being an advocate for health measures, and remaining current through innovations and technologies. Not only does the NFL improve the health of football players, but this initiative helps all players in all contact sports. Concussions occur time after time throughout different sporting events and at no time will this injury be completely eradicated. Witnessing the devastating effects of brain damage caused by repetitive concussions or blows to the head can easily convince some that the risk of playing high impact sports is just not worth