Pablo Torre Finds Out How We Forgot About CTE with Domonique Foxworth
Oct 23, 2025
Domonique Foxworth, a former NFL cornerback and NFLPA vice president, shares insights on the unsettling dialogue around concussions and CTE. He discusses the mental hurdles players face in justifying the sport's risks while balancing love for football and its dire consequences. Reflecting on how the film 'Concussion' reshaped his views on masculinity and vulnerability, he questions society's dwindling concern over brain injuries. The two dive deep into locker room dynamics and the cultural significance of football, urging for continuous scrutiny on player safety.
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CTE Isn't Always The Whole Story
- Many effects attributed to CTE may be multicausal, including drugs, steroids, and preexisting conditions.
- You can't always isolate a single cause for mental-health crises among former players.
From Alarm To Complacency
- Football's CTE debate moved from existential alarm to cultural complacency over a decade.
- Popularity and personal love of the game drove many to rationalize risks rather than eliminate them.
Strategic Parenting Choice
- Dominique allowed his son to play tackle in seventh grade after years of flag football and careful team selection.
- He placed him on a very strong team so Declan plays little and avoids repeated contact.
