Research suggests that many football players will sustain _____ during their careers due to repeated hits to the head and these hits may contribute to CTE (Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy.)

• A. Sprained necks.
• B. Concussions.
• C. Cauliflower ear like a boxer.
• D. Nosebleeds.

Answer: (B)

Repeated blows to the head in football put players at risk of concussions, which are brain injuries caused by impact. While a single concussion can cause symptoms, the concern in football is that cumulative head trauma—whether from multiple concussions or many smaller hits—may contribute to long-term brain changes associated with CTE. The other options describe injuries not connected to this link: sprained necks are neck/soft-tissue injuries, cauliflower ear is ear trauma, and nosebleeds are nasal bleeding. Concussions best complete the sentence.