NFL Health and Safety Dynamics

This chapter investigates the complex relationship between the NFL and the Players Association, focusing on player safety and health management amid ongoing challenges like brain injuries and COVID-19 protocols. It highlights the evolving trust between players and the league, contrasting attitudes towards risk in professions such as football and teaching, while also examining cultural pressures surrounding injury and health. The dialogue underscores the balance between player welfare and financial interests, reflecting on changes in the NFL's approach to health management and individual compliance during the pandemic.