Inside the NFL: A Hilarious Conversation About Concussions

🏈NFL players sometimes get injured and experience concussions during games.

😂The players humorously discuss their experiences with concussions, including visors and sensitivity to light.

🧠The players share insights into the concussion protocol and baseline testing used in the NFL.

⚙️They talk about the challenges of passing the concussion tests, including the memory and shape-recognition components.

💔The players express concern for the well-being of their teammates and the impact of head injuries on families.

Do NFL players go through the concussion protocol after getting injured?

—Yes, players who experience concussions are required to go through the concussion protocol, which includes various tests and questions.

What is baseline testing?

—Baseline testing is done before the season to establish a player's cognitive abilities. It is used as a comparison in determining the severity of a concussion.

Are visors commonly worn by NFL players?

—Visors are worn by some players to protect their eyes, but not all players choose to wear them.

Do concussions cause sensitivity to light?

—Yes, sensitivity to light is one of the symptoms that some players experience after a concussion.

Are there long-term effects of concussions?

—Concussions can have long-term effects, and the players express concern for the well-being of their teammates and the impact on families.

00:00The conversation begins with a player getting hit in the mouth during a tackle and experiencing a concussion.

04:00They discuss the importance of wearing visors and the challenges they pose in terms of visibility and breathing.

06:00The players talk about the concussion protocol and baseline testing they have to go through after getting injured.

12:00They joke about the memory and shape-recognition components of the concussion tests and share their experiences with them.

17:00The players express concern for their teammates and the impact of head injuries on families.