CTE in NFL Players and the Road to Safer Football | Huntsville News

A new study reveals alarming stats: one in four NFL players who died between 2016 and 2021 had CTE, a degenerative brain disease linked to repeated head trauma. While new gear like guardian caps and stricter safety rules are steps forward, experts agree more work is needed. Retired surgeon Dr. John Greco sees progress and hopes for a future with fewer cases of CTE, while coaches like Drew Phillips credit evolving protocols for making football safer. The conversation around player safety remains vital as the game continues to evolve.

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