49ers podcaster criticizes NFL Network and ESPN for ignoring study on player dementia deaths

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A new study links NFL players to a four-times higher risk of dying from neurodegenerative diseases, including dementia. Researchers found this link based on data from nearly 20,000 former and current NFL players. The study highlights the impact of repetitive head trauma. The NFL Network and ESPN are accused of ignoring these findings due to their NFL ownership stakes, drawing criticism from a 49ers podcaster.


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