NFL players’ brains take a hit
Brain scans reveal hidden abnormalities in retired football pros
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BIG HIT Repeated hits to the head over the course of a football player's career can leave lasting damage to the brain.
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Brain scans reveal hidden abnormalities in retired football pros
BIG HIT Repeated hits to the head over the course of a football player's career can leave lasting damage to the brain.
Alexey Stiop/Shutterstock