Study: At least 1 in 4 NFL players can get CTE

A new study published Tuesday in the British Medical Journal found that at least 25% of NFL players who died between 2016 and 2021 showed signs of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). The research highlights the ongoing concerns about brain injuries sustained by professional American football players. This is one of the most significant studies to quantify the prevalence of CTE among NFL players who have passed away.