Dave Duerson
Bernstein: Belcher Tragedy Has No Bigger Meaning
It makes us feel better when we can determine direct causes, identify means of prevention of similar acts, or categorize those involved as somehow different, distant or foreign.
Duerson Family Donates Concussion Test Kits To High Schools
Former Chicago Bears safety Dave Duerson took his life in 2011 after suffering years of concussion symptoms. Now his family is donating concussion testing kits to the Chicago Public School District.
Wisch: Would You Let Your Son Play Football?
When the news of Junior Seau’s tragic death by apparent suicide broke on Wednesday afternoon, the tweets about the potential perils of playing pigskin started flowing soon after.
Duerson’s Family Creates Safety Program For Indiana School Athletes
The family and friends of the late Dave Duerson, who spent seven seasons with the Chicago Bears, have created a program to help Muncie, Ind., high school and middle school athletes who suffer head injuries.
Report: Dave Duerson’s Assets Were Worth $19,500 At Death
The tragic story of former Bear Dave Duerson’s suicide took an interesting turn Wednesday, when reports showed the two-time Super Bowl champion was deep into bankruptcy filings.
Duerson’s Family Claims NFL Covered Up Concussion Dangers
The family of former Chicago Bears player Dave Duerson said Thursday that the Super Bowl champion would still be alive today, if not what they claim was an NFL conspiracy to cover up the dangers of concussions.
Concussions A Risk For Kids In All Types Of Sports
The latest research shows repeated head trauma can cause irreparable brain disease. As CBS 2’s Rob Johnson reports, for parents whose kids are active, this can be extremely troubling, especially when you consider that almost any sport can leave your child with a concussion.
Bernstein: Don’t Fear Facts Of Payton’s Life
It’s not a biographer’s job to make you feel good. Apparently, author Jeff Pearlman has succeeded in angering a sizable number of naïve Chicagoans and Bears fans, based on early response to his new book.
Report: Duerson Might Not Have Qualified For Disability Award
Former Bear Dave Duerson’s degenerative brain injuries might not even have qualified for benefit under the NFL disability plan he himself helped create, according to a published report.
Study: Duerson Had Brain Damage At Time Of Suicide
Former Chicago Bear Dave Duerson had brain damage when he committed suicide in February, according to the Boston University center that studies brain injuries to professional athletes.
Bernstein: Duerson News Won’t Change Anything
I wish I could agree with Rick Telander of the Chicago Sun Times. Really.
Autopsy Results To Be Released For Duerson’s Brain
Researchers from Boston University are set to announce autopsy results this morning for former Chicago Bear Dave Duerson, who committed suicide in February.
Magazine Calls 1985 Bears’ Health ‘Sad News’
The medical tragedies that have befallen several members the fabled 1985 Bears have prompted a Canadian news magazine to deem the team the “sad news Bears.”
Thompson: More Head Trauma
Progress is being made regarding head trauma and concussions in sports, it’s just taken longer than it should.
Family, Friends Mourn Ex-Bear Duerson
Relatives and friends of former Chicago Bears safety Dave Duerson were paying their respects at his funeral at a South Side church on Saturday.
Duerson’s Gift Could Benefit Young Athletes
Dave Duerson’s decision to donate his brain for research will particularly help young athletes who are the most vulnerable to play-related injuries.
Duerson Never Thought He’d See 43-Years Old
The tragic death of former Chicago Bear Dave Duerson sent shock waves through the Bears family and its fans. The details that followed his death have raised more questions than can be answered.
NFL Wants State Concussion Laws
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell said he wants to change the “culture of football” with respect to player safety. His next push in achieving this is to convince government to pass new laws in order to spread that safety on the field to our youth.
Ex-Bear Becker Backs Concussion Legislation
Former Chicago Bear Kurt Becker was in Springfield this week, testifying for legislation to promote education on concussions for teens and their parents.
Bernstein: Dave Duerson’s Selfless Last Act
It took some time and information before the report started to make any sense.
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