Special Report: The Power Of Football

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With higher risks of football players suffering from long-term brain injuries due to concussions, should young children be allowed to play football?

Yes. It's part of the game and they should learn to play correctly to avoid injury.

No. Football should only be played by teens and adults.

Get rid of football all together.

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By: Penn Holderness | NBC-17
Published: November 08, 2010
Updated: November 12, 2010 - 7:43 PM

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RALEIGH, N.C. --

The Power of Football: How the game changes lives for the good and the bad. For some, football gets them off the streets and for others, it can cause life-long injuries.

NBC-17 shares the stories of inspirational comebacks, second chances and devastating injuries all due to football.

We want to hear from you! Share your thoughts on the game and the recent changes made by the NFL to help prevent illegal tackles. Your comments may be used on air.

Click here to see how football helped Wes Haas get back on his feet. (Nov. 8, 2010)

Click here to see how a UNC professor may reshape the game of football. (Nov. 9, 2010)

Click here to see how the Bethesda Cowboys got some kids off the street. (Nov. 10, 2010)

Click here to see how football can have a dangerous lasting impact. (Nov. 11, 2010)

Click here to see why kids are more prone to injury at a younger age. (Nov. 12, 2010)