CTE and Kevin Ellison

[Bolt-O]

Attached to the tweet is a very good article about the researchers work around Kevin Ellison's brain. I do hope something will come up with this research.

[Topcat]

Recently watched the film, "Concussion." So sad, and at least they have protocols in place to greatly reduce likelihood of long-term after-effects.

[Formula 21]

He had built a reputation for ferocious hits on the football field. Shortly after his death, the USC athletic department tweeted a 14-second video of Ellison hurling his body at California receiver DeSean Jackson in 2006. Their helmets smacked into each other. The announcer crowed about how Ellison almost “beheaded” Jackson.

RIP Kevin.

[like54ninjas]

This is a frightening possibility for many current athletes and the countless that played at all levels over the last 50 years.
More research is definitely needed.