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The fixes proposed in your cover story to reduce head injuries in football are all worthy considerations [Feb. 8]. I have a couple more. Rugby players tackle and engage at full speed without equipment. They are taught early on not only to keep their head up but also to keep it behind the ballcarrier, not in front as American-football players do. Also, get rid of the face mask. Even more than the helmet, it provides a false sense of security. There's nothing like losing your front teeth to remind you of the correct body position in...

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