NFL says concussions dropped to a record low in 2024, but there's 'more work' to do
NFL players suffered the fewest concussions in a season in 2024 since the league began tracking data nine years ago.
NFL data shows significant decrease in concussions in ’24
Concussions were down 17 percent from 2023 and were the lowest on record since the league started tracking data in 2015.
NFL: Concussions lowest since tracking began; down 17% year-over-year
The NFL saw a decrease in head injuries during its 2024 season, and the league's new dynamic kickoff likely played a major role.
NFL concussions down 43 percent on kickoffs, fewest ever in a season overall
The league on Thursday said that the 43 percent reduction rate on kickoffs meant the new format had worked as intended.
NFL says concussions fell to record low this season
Player concussions dropped 17% this season compared to last, reaching a record low amid improvements in helmet safety, the introduction of helmet covers known as guardian caps and changes to the rules governing kickoffs,
NFL announces a record low in player concussions sustained during the preseason
The NFL has gone to great lengths in recent years to improve player safety, specifically as it pertains to head injuries. It appears that the league's efforts are paying dividends, as the NFL has announced that the 2024 preseason included the fewest number of concussions for a full preseason since tracking began in 2015.
NFL Says 2024 Season Saw Fewest Recorded Concussions Since 2015
NFL season resulted in the league's lowest recorded concussion total since at least 2015, NFL executive Jeff Miller told reporters Thursday.
NFL data says concussions hit a record low this year
Strain injuries to the lower body extremities were also their lowest since at least 2018, the NFL noted as well. So what does this mean? For starters, I would venture to guess that the college and high school levels see changes to kickoffs similar to what the NFL has adopted sooner rather than later.
NFL Claims 10-Year Low in Concussions During 2024 Season
On Thursday, the NFL claimed its players suffered a total of 182 concussions during games and practices in the preseason and regular season. That was a 17% drop from the 2023 season, and was the lowest mark since the league began tracking concussions in 2015.
Concussions Decrease to Historic Low in 2024 NFL Season
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NFL Players Suffered Fewest Concussions in a Season in 2024 Since League Began Tracking 9 Years Ago
NFL players suffered the fewest concussions in a season in 2024 since the league began tracking data nine years ago
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