Decision on whether Tebow plays has long-term consequences
Derrius Bell walks around confused all day. The back of his head is still sensitive to the touch. He awaits the results of an MRI today to see if there is any swelling in the brain.
Bell, a Southern Methodist cornerback, has suffered two concussions already this season. The second one happened against Texas Christian University last week. First play of the game. He made a solid tackle on the play … and then … blank.
“After that,” he said, “it’s all a blur.”
Bell isn’t a worry-wart. But he can see clearly through the haze that it was time to shut it down. He talked to his parents, team doctors and coaches, and decided that he won’t play another down this season. He will petition the NCAA for a redshirt injury waiver, giving him two more seasons of eligibility.
orlandosentinel.com
10/9/9
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