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concussion

[kuhn-kuhsh-uhn] / kənˈkʌʃ ən /


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Murray's first pass with the Vikings was intercepted, and the former first overall draft pick then suffered a concussion before being replaced by veteran Carson Wentz.

From BBC Sep. 14, 2026

"Mr Kneeland played in the modern era of concussion protocols and better helmets, and yet he still developed CTE," said Dr Chris Nowinski, co-founder and CEO of the Concussion & CTE Foundation.

From BBC Jul. 8, 2026

In 2023, McConnell tripped, sustained a concussion, and was away from the Senate for nearly six weeks.

From Slate Jul. 2, 2026

Catcher Dalton Rushing was replaced behind the plate by Chuckie Robinson in the bottom of the third inning so the team could check Rushing for a possible concussion.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 23, 2026

“Thankfully, the bump on my head was just a mild concussion, so I wasn’t hurt too bad.”

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro

Heading a football lasts a fraction of a second and rarely causes concussions, but it could also explain why some players develop dementia decades later.

From BBC Jun. 27, 2026

He has a facial tic that he blames on his concussions and a limp stemming from back problems.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 25, 2026

The hardest part with concussions can be the initial diagnosis.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 14, 2026

Why concussions are up this year is still a mystery, and perhaps it will even out as the season goes on.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 14, 2026

“Does Peter know about the concussions, or just that brain surgery is next?”

From "Because of Mr. Terupt" by Rob Buyea




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