N.F.L. and Players’ Union Agree to Change Concussion Rules

NY Times | October 9, 2022

The league and the union said the concussion protocol was followed after Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa hit his head two weeks ago. But his return to that game has prompted a change in the protocol.

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, right, with Coach Mike McDaniel during the fourth quarter of a game against the Buffalo Bills on Sept. 25. Tagovailoa had hit his head earlier in the game but was allowed to return to action.Credit...Megan Briggs/Getty Images

The N.F.L. and its players’ union said Saturday that doctors followed the concussion protocol in treating Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa after he hit his head in a Sept.