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Coverage dated October 22, 2026

A doctor says 80% of high school football players get hurt — but there's a way to lower that risk

Headline from The Oregonian

The concussion risk alone gave him serious pause, but one coaching program changed his thinking.

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  1. NJ.com / Star-Ledger

    80% of high school football players risk a musculoskeletal injury — here's what parents should know (opens NJ.com / Star-Ledger)

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    NJ.com / Star-Ledger's feed description

    The risk of a musculoskeletal injury over four years of high school football is about 80%, a doctor warns.

  2. AL.com

    A doctor says he wouldn't let his son play high school football — and the injury numbers back him up (opens AL.com)

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    AL.com's feed description

    A 25% concussion rate over four years makes the sport one of the most dangerous for teens, a medical columnist says.

  3. The Oregonian

    A doctor says 80% of high school football players get hurt — but there's a way to lower that risk (opens The Oregonian)

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    The Oregonian's feed description

    The concussion risk alone gave him serious pause, but one coaching program changed his thinking.