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A new policy, informally referred to as the ‘Brayshaw Ruling,’ is being finalized by the AFL to provide clubs with greater salary cap relief in the early years following the medical retirement of a player due to concussion. This policy aims to address concerns raised by the early retirements of Angus Brayshaw of Melbourne and Nathan Murphy of Collingwood due to concussions. The exact percentages of salary cap exclusion for each year of a retired player’s contract are yet to be determined, but it is expected to provide significant relief, especially for long-term contracts that extend beyond five years. The policy is designed to balance the risks associated with long-term contracts, considering the increased prevalence of concussion-related retirements among players.

Brad Junis, a pitcher for the Milwaukee Brewers, was struck in the neck by a batted ball during batting practice, resulting in a 10-15 minute delay. Junis was conscious, alert, and responsive following the incident, but concerns linger about a possible concussion. The unfortunate event occurred while Junis was preparing to make his return from a shoulder impingement that had sidelined him earlier in the season. He recently signed a one-year, $7 million contract with the Brewers after a successful stint with the Kansas City Royals last year.

Wally Lewis, a legendary rugby player, has urged the government to provide funding for support services and education about chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). Lewis, who has been diagnosed with probable CTE, spoke at a National Press Club address, sharing his experiences with the condition. He emphasized the fear and anxiety that CTE has brought into his life, and stressed the importance of raising awareness about the condition and implementing prevention programs.

Highly respected Sharks forward Dale Finucane has announced his retirement from rugby league effective immediately on medical advice due to concussions. The 32-year-old said he had been told by two medical experts that he should retire. Finucane has been battling injuries in recent seasons and is currently out after suffering a facial fracture back in Round 3. He debuted with the Bulldogs in 2021 and enjoyed an outstanding career for three clubs, appearing in 251 NRL games, five Origins for the Blues, and winning two premierships at Melbourne.

In 1970, O.J. Simpson played a crucial role in a landmark trial that shaped the NFL’s response to the dangers of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a debilitating brain disease associated with repeated head trauma. Simpson’s testimony as a witness for the defense helped shield the league from financial liabilities and perpetuate the idea that players fully understood the risks involved in football. Despite emerging evidence and scientific understanding, the NFL continued to ignore the issue for decades, with devastating consequences for countless players.

A new study led by researchers at Akron Children’s Hospital indicates that cooling the head and neck after mild brain injuries can significantly reduce concussion symptoms. The study, which was published in the Clinical Journal of Sport Medicine, is considered one of the largest single concussion therapy trials to date and the first to focus on this particular population.