CTE and the NFL: Unearthing Controversies

This chapter explores the contentious discussions surrounding Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) in youth football, particularly through the tragic story of Aaron Hernandez. It scrutinizes the researcher’s findings on the long-term effects of head trauma and the media's portrayal of CTE, while contrasting it with the NFL's stance on player safety. The narrative also examines the possible links between anabolic steroid use, genetics, and CTE, calling into question simplified narratives about its causes.