Rutgers football coach Greg Schiano has suggested that the kickoff-- an integral part of ANY football game-- be eliminated in order to reduce injuries.
In case that didn't sink in: HE SUGGESTS THAT THE KICKOFFS BE ELIMINATED TO KEEP PLAYERS FROM GETTING HURT.
Read one of the numerous articles HERE.
Here's a hint, Coach: Football is a SERIES of violent confrontations. That's why the players-- from pee-wee and midget on up to the NFL-- wear protective gear and padding.
The only chance some players will ever have to get on the field is on the 'special teams'-- teams fielded specifically for the change of possession. Some are even recruited for this sole purpose.
Leftist, 'feel-goody' sentiments aren't practical on the gridiron.