stillers4me
12-03-2011, 11:51 AM
Pro Bowl safety Troy Polamalu said he is aware of the medical research involving concussions and understands his style of play could be responsible for his recent head injuries.
He also said he is probably under a lot more scrutiny than most because of his history of concussion-related injuries, including two in the past six games.
But he said he "absolutely" can't dwell on that when he is on the playing field and is doubtful he will change the aggressive and explosive style of play he exhibits in a game.
"I don't know if it's possible, at this point, to change a style of play," Polamalu said. "That's the case for anybody in the NFL, even regarding the rules and fines that we have [for illegal hits]. We're instinctual players at this point. Of course, we're professional athletes, but it's still tough to change these habits we've formed since we were 8 years old.".........................
Read more: http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/11337/1194385-66.stm#ixzz1fUkp6XUW
He also said he is probably under a lot more scrutiny than most because of his history of concussion-related injuries, including two in the past six games.
But he said he "absolutely" can't dwell on that when he is on the playing field and is doubtful he will change the aggressive and explosive style of play he exhibits in a game.
"I don't know if it's possible, at this point, to change a style of play," Polamalu said. "That's the case for anybody in the NFL, even regarding the rules and fines that we have [for illegal hits]. We're instinctual players at this point. Of course, we're professional athletes, but it's still tough to change these habits we've formed since we were 8 years old.".........................
Read more: http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/11337/1194385-66.stm#ixzz1fUkp6XUW