Chris Borland Retirement A Shock To NFL

Twenty-four-year-old linebacker Chris Borland says he's retiring after just one season with the San Francisco 49ers out of concern for his safety. In particular, fear of the effects of repetitive head trauma. I don't think it's worth the risk, Borland

Former Wisconsin linebacker and 2013 Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year Chris Borland announced Monday night that he is retiring from the NFL out of concern for the long-term effects of potential concussions and head 

You can still count on two hands how many players walked away from a pro football career with more good days likely ahead of them than behind. That's why Chris Borland's decision to retire at age 24, after a great rookie 

San Francisco 49ers linebacker Chris Borland walked away from the NFL at the age of 24 for fear of head injuries, despite not having a diagnosed concussion for a decade. And then there's Wes Welker, the anti-Borland, a wideout with a disturbing array

ATHENS, Ga. — Count Todd Gurley among the football players who admire Chris Borland's decision to retire from the NFL. Gurley, an NFL draft-bound Georgia running back, gave his thoughts on Borland's sudden retirement after just one season with the San