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Preventing Concussions: The NFL’s Own Headache

Eddie Robinson

Posted on December 28, 2015 · Concussions have been a hot topic as of late and has recently impacted two Houston players in the NFL. But are their prevention measures working -- and to what end, for an inherently violent sport?

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Posted on January 31, 2023 · Ryans had his second interview with the team this week, following the 49ers' defeat in the NFC title game. He will be just the sixth head coach in Texans history.

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