Professional cornerback Richard Sherman said a quote about his profession: “All of us NFL players, from wide receivers to defensive backs, chose this profession. Concussions are going to happen to cornerbacks who go down and lead with their shoulders, to wide receivers who slide through contact, to safeties who attack high, and to linemen who bump into someone on every play." (Bradley) One of football's most respected players understands that he chose the sport he loves and is willing to accept the consequences. He knows that whatever happens, it's his choice and he can choose if he wants. stay or retire One of the greatest quarterbacks to ever play also had something to say about it "When I went to play, I knew I had a chance of getting a concussion or. break my leg or hurt my knee" (Breech) Dan Marino agrees with Richard Sherman on how they know they risk injury while playing. Many famous current and former players say that the equipment should remain the same because they know what they are getting into when they choose this profession. If that's not enough, the NFL makes sure that all new players entering the league know about the injuries that could result and could last a lifetime. When 300 pound men are running towards you, there will always be a risk of getting caught.