Good points. He does seem to be more prone than average to acceleration deceleration TBI, which like you said is whip lash.
The trouble with that type of concussion compared to straight blunt trauma to a specific area of the head is the brain is hurt from the original point of contact in the direction of velocity (acceleration) and then the direction opposite of the velocity (deceleration). So usually the front and back of the brain receives an injury, even sometimes the sides.
It may have something due to his anatomy, more space than usual between his brain and skull, a lack of support at his brain stem, or low CSF levels decreasing cushioning. Since his brain is technically hit twice, he becomes more prone to recurrent injuries since he has a greater chance to get hit in previously injured areas.
His concussion v. Cinci was a pretty rough hit where he was whipped to the ground, the suspected Bills concussion and the GB one were agreeably soft hits that usually shouldn't cause concussions.
It has nothing to do with his build, I'm sure someone of even smaller stature could withstand the same hits without being concussed.
I agree he needs to protect himself better, because something is off with him in regards to his high propensity for concussions. Maybe he puts too much faith in his helmet, maybe he should consider a different style.
He needs rest to avoid another concussion. Hopefully Bridgewater can pull off a W vs the Pats with a Jets L to Seattle. Then we can rest Tua for the playoffs.
Yeah, post is long af, it's my thesis. Did I pass?!
