Marshawn Lynch reflects on NFL hits comparing them to car crashes

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Marshawn Lynch reflects on NFL hits comparing them to car crashes
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Marshawn Lynch, former Seahawks running back, recently discussed the toll of NFL hits, describing how a game's impact felt like experiencing 'seven total car crashes.' This revelation comes after the Seahawks' recent loss to the Commanders, where Lynch shared insights about how he monitored the physical strain during his career. He noted that tracking devices revealed the extent of contact absorbed in a game, emphasizing the physical demands of the running back position. Lynch's career includes notable achievements, such as leading the NFL in rushing yards from 2011 to 2014. He continues to connect with both the Seahawks' past and its present players, including rookie Jadarian Price, and looks towards Seattle's next matchup against the Chargers on October 4.

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  • •Lynch describes NFL contact equivalent to seven car crashes from one game.
  • •He shared insights after the Seahawks' loss to the Commanders on September 30.
  • •Lynch led the NFL in rushing yards from 2011 to 2014, amassing 10,413 career rushing yards.
  • •Seattle's next game is against the Chargers on October 4.
  • •Lynch's experiences reflect broader issues of player health and safety in the NFL.
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Marshawn Lynch spent 12 NFL seasons running through defenders. Days after the Seahawks lost 33-31 to the Commanders on Sunday, the former running back is back in the conversation for a very different reason. Lynch has opened up about a number tied to his final years in the league. One number from his training staff […] The post Seahawks Legend Reveals One NFL Game Felt Like ‘Seven Total Car Crashes’ appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.

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