[Kindoy]

didn't read the whole thread but here's my view on the issue:

Player safety should always be first. we can say the league is getting watered down, but back then nobody knew any better. we know now that these concussions are causing life long injuries down the road.

i dont know that suspensions are in the best interest of the game however. i dont want Laron thinking twice about putting Hester on his ass this weekend. I truly believe these head to head hits are not intentional, as the decision to hit someone and how is made in less than a second. besides, if i wanted to take someone out i would go at their knees... head to head injuries put both parties at risk, not just the guy on the receiving end.

concussions are nearly unstoppable... it doesnt matter where you're hit. players are always trying to hit someone as hard as they can, and instead of telling them "dont do this or else" the NFL should be looking for better technology to protect these players when it does happen. i think the best solution for the game overall is better helmet technology (better padding on the inside, etc.) not a green sticker and not suspensions or fines.