Comments on: The Impact of ‘Concussion’

By: George and Ann

George and Ann — Sun, 03 Jan 2016 17:17:37 +0000

Concussions I thought was a good movie aND really well done. I came away with my jaw hanging open by the character portrayal of Dr. Bennet Omalu by Will Smith. A person of rare qualities, but I have found abundant in African countries. This country and football in particular are fortunate that this person crossed our pathes. It’s sad that it takes a non citizen to have the insight and gift to speak evident human truths so clearly and passionately such that you can not deny that they are true. He saved lives and foitball.

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By: elpalito

elpalito — Sat, 02 Jan 2016 22:04:42 +0000

Movie probably shouldn’t have come out when Star Wars did, though.

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By: roxannafirehall

roxannafirehall — Sat, 02 Jan 2016 13:59:22 +0000

Great piece, Ivan. I have not yet seen “Concussion”. I want to, and I don’t.

I’m currently reading “League of Denial” which covers much of the same territory as the movie. It’s riveting material. I, like many fans, am finally gaining an understanding of concussions their dangers. My conflicting emotions are rooted in the belief that the game we all love is changing and will change more, as it must. Yet, despite an intellectual understanding that change is necessary to protect the players we love, changing the beautiful violence of the game embraced by players and fans alike, will be difficult.

Once you know the details about Mike Webster, Dave Duerson, Andre Waters and the other victims of football induced brain damage, you know the change must come. But there is be a sense of loss. Knowing what needs to happen will not make it easier for fans and players and continued resistance from the corporate titans of the NFL is probable.

Ivan’s recognition that his football injuries were a curse but was actually a blessing pretty much says it all.

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