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184 - Banned Games

No Dumb Questions

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History of Football Violence and Rule Changes

The chapter explores the violent origins of football in the United States, including extreme violence and cheating practices that led to concerns about player safety. It discusses President Teddy Roosevelt's intervention to address the issues, highlighting the transition of football from a brutal game to one with safer rules. The conversation also touches on the outlawing of dangerous tackling techniques and the evolution of sports rules over time.

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