Outline for Proposal Essay

I. Introduction

       a. what are ways to avoid concussions

           

       b. how can players be safe
II. Helmet type
       a. what helmets should be used

       b. which helmets work the best
III. Rules
       a. what rules can protect players best

       b. which rules should be added/dropped
IV. Injuries
       a. how can players be warned

       b. what should be done with injured players
V. Conclusion
       a. ideas on how to fix the concussion problem

       b. how could solutions be put into action

Argument of fact solutions

I believe that the way that technology is taking off today, the football helmets worn by players in the future will get rid of the concussion problems. There has been many models of new helmets that has lowered the concussion rates. Then again helmets are just protective gear, so we can't fully rely on them.

I believe that the rules should remain the same, but no further tackling rules should be changed. Video evidence should be used to determine if the player making the hit attempted to avoid injuring the player. If the tackle is nothing more than an accident then the player should not be ejected or fined. Players should be warned often of the consequences of making a illegal hit.

Players should be checked up on regular by team doctors to make sure there are no traces of CTE. If team doctors see that there are any chances of a player getting a concussion they should notify the coaches. Players should recover until their chances of getting concussed are slim.

Blog Entry #2

The National Football League has made many rule changes in the past few years. These rule changes have been made in order to "protect" the players. Do these rule changes not take away from the traditional game of football?

Which rules have been changed?

How do rule changes protect players from injury?

What are the benefits of enforcing new rules?

What is given to/taken away from the game by changing rules?

What major injuries have occurred to cause a change in rules?

Are former players still suffering from injuries today?

What lawsuits have been taken up towards the NFL?

This topic is a very important to me because I have always loved and respected the game of football. I believe that football should be played the way it always has been played. Every football fan, player, and coach cares about this topic. It affects all players and coaches because football is their job.

Who Am I?

 

       I believe I have always been gifted in many areas of my life. Whether it was being an outstanding athlete or an excellent student, I always seemed to surprise everyone I was around. If there was anything that I would consider myself an expert in, it would probably be sports. I have always had an indescribable passion for sports of all kinds. I know pretty much every rule and regulation to every sport. As a competitive person this is something I take pride in. Some of my other hobbies besides sports include: playing video games, spending time with family and friends, and exercising. I love all these things for different reasons. When I am playing video games I feel relaxed and zoned out. It helps me get my mind off of stressful thoughts. I believe it is a great way to escape from reality for a while. Family and friend time is something I will always value. Spending quality time with family and friends allows me to open up and ask for advice. There is never a problem big enough where I can't call a friend or family member to give me the guidance I need. Exercising plays a big role in my life. I am not a health freak by any circumstance, but I do believe that exercising is very important. In order for me to serve my purpose in life I believe that I must stay healthy. When it comes to school my mind always seemed to lean towards science and history. I have always enjoyed these subjects. Science interests me because I love learning about life and how living things around me function. History catches my attention because I like to know what happened before my generation. In my eyes, without history there would be no future. The issues and problems I feel passionate about are rule changes in professional sports. I would like to learn more about why rules were changed so much in professional sports.