Now, Big, we could say that players can protect themselves by not playing the game, couldn't we? If they are afraid of injury or the long term affects of playing a rough sport, they can simply choose not to play, can't they? If, however, they choose to play a rough sport, then why should that rough sport be changed? Don't get me wrong, I'm all about getting rid of guys who are head hunters. There is no need to knock another player's head off in the game. However, football is a contact sport where contact will happen. Defensive players may be able to use perfect form on a tackling dummy that doesn't move, but these offensive players are fast and elusive. It is hard to hit a moving target with perfect form all of the time. I think a lot of us have issue with targeting because it only penalizes the defense. Offensive players can lower their heads to block and run with the ball, and nothing is ever called on that. There is nothing fair about the rule in any shape or form. People on my side of the argument get blasted by those who say "player safety is the main concern." I don't want any guys getting injured, but I know there are going to be injuries in football, just like in life. I hurt my back a bit playing golf the other day. I have a choice to play golf again, but I know my back may get injured. Football players have a choice to play or not play, but they should know there is a chance of injury, both now and later. I know you guys who like to mention "player safety" will come back with the argument that the game won't be around in 20 years if they don't change some rules. I get it. However, the game of football won't be around in five years if they keep changing it to the point that it isn't really football any more.
I am just mentioning my points. I'm not trying to start any arguments. This is simply how I feel about the situation because I will hate to see the game taken away from people who love to play it and watch it. Roll Tide to all no matter what side of the argument you happen to favor.
