A Steelers Depot daily segment. A quick hit of some Pittsburgh Steelers-related stories that may not require a complete article but nuggets worth mentioning and passing on to you guys.
Your Depot After Dark for Jan. 30.
Concussion Decrease
The NFL touted a reduction in concussions this season one day after noting injuries had been reduced on kickoffs while returns are increasing. Per CBS Sports’ Jonathan Jones, the league announced a 17 percent reduction in concussions in 2024 compared to 2023.
It was the fewest the league has tracked since they began in 2015.
The 2024 season saw the fewest number of concussions on record in the NFL (dating back to when they were electronically tracked beginning in 2015), according to NFL EVP Jeff Miller.