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You'll never believe these 9 true concussion stories from the NFL

On-the-job risk meets the physical pounding that is professional football.

By Hannah Bender | Updated on September 03, 2014

Football fans are gearing up for the NFL regular season, which kicks off this Thursday night as the Green Bay Packers take on the Seattle Seahawks. But as a new season begins, there is no denying the reality of injuries for many NFL football players.

The game is extremely physical, which has been evident for decades, and it is no surprise that being a player in the NFL comes with considerable physical risk. But in recent years the mental health problems related to concussions have come to the forefront, and a lawsuit filed against the league by NFL players and veterans is gaining momentum. 

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