I don’t know what the contracts say. As far as I know it doesn’t matter. They are doing a job and if they get hurt at that job its the employers responsibility.
I’m sure its not that clear cut since the owners have so many lawyers but I know I’m responsible for any employee or contractor who works for me.
The medical care they receive from the team is primarily focused on keeping the on the field, not their overall health.
No... you don't know, nor do I.. but those players, their agents and lawyers do.
They are doing a job and if they get hurt at that job its the employers responsibility.
And they receive appropriate treatment for injuries pertaining to the job. Not sure how that's the problem here.
The medical care they receive from the team is primarily focused on keeping the on the field, not their overall health.
What law stipulates the NFL or the team is required to provide long-term care, when language doesn't exist in the contract? Apparently none.