Jordan Reed

[CRedskinsRule]

Overreaction city actually has a population of 2. IMO Reed should retire. Not because the 6th concussion in and of itself demands it, but because his future self and life is worth it.

If he has had 6 concussions in his NFL career, how many did he have in college? HS? How many more will he have before one sets him down by it's choosing and not his own.

If he chooses to play I will cheer at every first down he pulls out.

[Schneed10]

Originally Posted by CRedskinsRule

Overreaction city actually has a population of 2. IMO Reed should retire. Not because the 6th concussion in and of itself demands it, but because his future self and life is worth it.

If he has had 6 concussions in his NFL career, how many did he have in college? HS? How many more will he have before one sets him down by it's choosing and not his own.

If he chooses to play I will cheer at every first down he pulls out.

"Should" and "will" are entirely different. I would probably agree with "should" myself. But that's not what got my attention, what got my attention was these assertions that Reed will have a shortened career. They're not at all fact-based.

He has said he intends to keep playing. So unless somebody can demonstrate through data that concussions lead to a high likelihood of a shortened career against the player's will, then this is stupid.

[punch it in]

Originally Posted by Schneed10

"Should" and "will" are entirely different. I would probably agree with "should" myself. But that's not what got my attention, what got my attention was these assertions that Reed will have a shortened career. They're not at all fact-based.



He has said he intends to keep playing. So unless somebody can demonstrate through data that concussions lead to a high likelihood of a shortened career against the player's will, then this is stupid.

I hear what you are saying completely. It is ultimately up to the player. Remember that only recently did the nfl make this a serious issue though. Therefore there probably isn't a whole lot of data on guys retiring early because of it. All the old timers found out after they were already effed up. You have a few that have walked away since so much light was cast on the problem. As research becomes clearer and these guys make more money faster you will see more make that decision.

[Schneed10]

Originally Posted by punch it in

I hear what you are saying completely. It is ultimately up to the player. Remember that only recently did the nfl make this a serious issue though. Therefore there probably isn't a whole lot of data on guys retiring early because of it. All the old timers found out after they were already effed up. You have a few that have walked away since so much light was cast on the problem. As research becomes clearer and these guys make more money faster you will see more make that decision.

All fair assumptions to make. But probably not applicable to Jordan Reed specifically, since he said he plans to continue playing.

[JoeRedskin]

Originally Posted by Schneed10

"Should" and "will" are entirely different. I would probably agree with "should" myself. But that's not what got my attention, what got my attention was these assertions that Reed will have a shortened career. They're not at all fact-based.

He has said he intends to keep playing. So unless somebody can demonstrate through data that concussions lead to a high likelihood of a shortened career against the player's will, then this is stupid[/B].

Since there really isn't any reliable data on player concussions over the last 50 years, you have a wonderful world of denial built for yourself.

Simple question:
Can multiple concussions over a period of few years affect a player's physical abilities?

[Schneed10]

Originally Posted by JoeRedskin

Since there really isn't any reliable data on player concussions over the last 50 years, you have a wonderful world of denial built for yourself.

Simple question:
Can multiple concussions over a period of few years affect a player's physical abilities?

Yes, though as evidenced by years and years of boxing, those effects don't typically set in until much later in life, after the athlete has long passed his playing days. There is very little history, proportionally speaking, of players and boxers having their physical abilities compromised until they are in their 40s, 50s, and beyond.

[Alvin Walton]

Originally Posted by Schneed10

"Should" and "will" are entirely different. I would probably agree with "should" myself. But that's not what got my attention, what got my attention was these assertions that Reed will have a shortened career. They're not at all fact-based.

He has said he intends to keep playing. So unless somebody can demonstrate through data that concussions lead to a high likelihood of a shortened career against the player's will, then this is stupid.

I reiterate, no one has said that on this thread.

So what?
This is a discussion board, we're discussing, or stating opinions and making future predictions, thats what sports fans do.

[Schneed10]

Originally Posted by Alvin Walton

I reiterate, no one has said that on this thread.

So what?
This is a discussion board, we're discussing, or stating opinions and making future predictions, thats what sports fans do.

Don't rush the season, bro. Let Halloween and Thanksgiving have their day.