The Consequences of Playing Football
I grew up in Nebraska where participation in sports was at the core of a young person’s social, educational, and physical development. It was how we learned important lessons about winning, losing, and being part of a team. Football was a big part of our culture, but it was even more. Our identity was intertwined with the successes, or struggles, of our team. I still enjoy watching football games just as millions of Americans do. But recent reports about its health effect on most of the players gives me pause.