Ken Belson, an N.F.L. reporter for The New York Times, interviews Jim Harris, a retired doctor from Marshall, Texas. They discuss the cultural significance of football in Marshall and the growing concerns over its safety, particularly regarding CTE. Harris shares his journey from devoted supporter to concerned advocate against youth tackle football. With declining participation rates and a push for safer practices, the episode reveals the tension between community pride and medical caution as parents grapple with the risks of a beloved sport.
