01-04-2023, 01:13 PM
(01-04-2023, 12:59 PM)Daddy-O Wrote: Definitely a unique scenario.
I also think the fact that it's the NFL and there is history of violent discussion (concussions, etc.) changes the narrative. Sadly, I think like 10 people of died in professional soccer due to similar situations and the show goes on. Not that it's the right thing to do but the NFL is looked upon differently.
There is no way that game should have been completed Monday night, but I do believe it should be resumed prior to the actual playoffs due to all of the impacts.
In terms of professional soccer/football, this exact topic has gained enormous traction due to the Christian Eriksen cardiac arrest. In England, there has been greater awareness about the need for defibs etc at grounds, and the relevant medical staff being present at all games (where possible, the English Football League Pyramid is enormous).
In Eriksen's case, the show 'did go on' (a few hours later), but he had been giving a thumbs up to the crowd on his stretcher out of the ground. So it did seem as if there would be a positive ending there.
The better comparison to this, would be the Fabrice Muamba heart attack. Think he stopped breathing for 78 minutes, no clear sign on the day that he would survive it (AFAIK). The game was abandoned and wasn't played for another 10 days. Bolton (Muamba's team) played 7 days later, Tottenham (the opponents) played a game again 4 days later. A bit different though as the game isn't as violent, and the football/soccer schedule does usually keep a few midweek spots free for rearranged games.
I agree with your last bit, ideally. I think most do.
