[woodbutcher1963]

IF you chose to read the article you will discover that the author has experience as a professional football coach. He breaks down the mechanics of the tackle in question including the impact and physics.
Based on his analysis he does not see how a 24 year old man would have received an impact capable of cardiac arrest.

[Dr. Sivana]

He breaks down the mechanics of the tackle in question including the impact and physics. Based on his analysis he does not see how a 24 year old man would have received an impact capable of cardiac arrest.

I just did read the entire article. I found it interesting, and largely agree with its conclusions. I also disagree with MOM MD as to the utility of the shots, suspecting that the data she is familiar with might well be suspect. However, I acknowledge that she is in the medical field, is more than able to exercise her own judgment, and has the additional advantage of personal in the field level experience.

Best to both of you.

[Nifster]

Running around in pads can cause cardiac arrest. Particularly if you have heart disease