A Scary Scene in the Backyard: What Qwan'tez Stiggers' Collapse Means for NFL Safety The sudden collapse of New York Jets cornerback Qwan'tez Stiggers during a joint practice with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Tuesday is a sobering reminder that even in controlled environments, risks to player safety can arise.
This incident has sparked concern and debate about the long term effects of repeated head trauma on NFL players. Stiggers' collapse is all too familiar to anyone who's followed the league in recent years.
It illustrates the physical toll football takes on its players, particularly those in contact positions like cornerbacks.