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Ex-NFL executive raises concern over player injuries during training camps

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 3:30 PM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Ex-NFL executive raises concern over player injuries during training camps
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Former NFL executive Louis Riddick expressed concern regarding the high number of injuries during training camps. Despite the league reducing contact and practice time, injuries are reportedly occurring almost daily. Riddick questioned whether players are receiving enough football-specific training before camp, noting that this could lead to more injuries as they transition to demanding camp environments. Notable injured players include Nick Bosa and Mike Evans, among others. Riddick advocates for closer examination of the potential link between reduced practice and increased injuries ahead of the regular season.

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  • •Training camps have seen a significant number of injuries reported.
  • •Louis Riddick raised concerns about players' offseason preparation.
  • •Notable injured players include Nick Bosa and Mike Evans.
  • •Riddick suggests reduced practice time may contribute to injuries.
  • •The NFL might need to investigate the impact of current training methods.
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  • 3:30 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Every Single Day Somebody Is Going Down’ — Ex-NFL Executive Sounds Alarm Over Injuries Despite Scaled-Back Practices
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NFL training camps have brought a growing list of injuries, prompting questions about how players prepare for the season. The league has reduced contact and limited practice time compared with previous eras, but the injuries are still a point of concern.

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