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Several research groups competed to study Junior Seau's brain after he died. Did the NFL help pick the winner?

ESPN investigative reporter Steve Fainaru talks to Zubin Mehenti about the article he co-wrote with brother Mark Fainaru-Wada on the potential conflict of interest of two top concussion researchers.

Ray Lewis discusses the evolution of his pregame dance, how the NFL has changed since 1996, and the vote for the 25th anniversary cover of "Madden."

For years NFL officials denied that playing football can cause brain injuries, but the NFL's disability board concluded otherwise. Prim Siripipat talks to Steve Fainaru about the documents he and his brother, Mark Fainaru-Wada, uncovered.

Jane Leavy discusses her Grantland column on Dr. Ann McKee, who is attempting to make the game of football safer.

John Parrella, member of the 1994 San Diego Chargers AFC Champions team, remembers Junior Seau and the other teammates he's lost from that team.

Former Chicago Bears QB Jim McMahon says repeated blows to his head during his playing days is taking a toll on him today, which is why he is among the hundreds of former players suing the NFL.

Hundreds of players have now filed lawsuits against the NFL, accusing the League of negligence in addressing the issue of head injuries.

High school athlete Zack Lystedt suffers life changing concussion. As a result, family vows to pass law that will protect other young athletes from the damages of concussions.

Former NFL players and members of Congress are taking action against Riddell, claimimg that the League's offical helmet maker has made deceptive safety claims.

Some athletes who suffer concussions are finding that the same system in their brains that helps them process movement may make them more susceptible to a longer recovery process.

Dr. Robert Cantu and Peter Keating join Outside The Lines to discuss banning collisions from youth sports

Outside the Lines explores the impact of hard hits in youth hockey and what is being done to keep kids safe.

Football is a game of collisions, even for children, and the long-term danger of concussions has become a national issue. Some parents, including the families of former NFL players, are re-considering whether it's worth the risk.