In the case of Chicago Bears linebacker Leonard Floyd, two head injuries suffered last season resulted in a recovery period that spanned almost two months. But the concussion and neck injury he suffered from that collision only kept him out for one game.
In a story written by Patrick Finley of the Chicago Sun-Times, Floyd wasn't allowed to work out until February as a result of the two concussions he suffered in just over one month. "I was just relaxing, getting my mind back together".
In a frustrating 2016 season for the Bears, he and then rookie running back Jordan Howard were two of the few bright spots. "And then I'd be staring off into space some time instead of paying attention".
Floyd said he gradually improved.
"Day-by-day, I was able to focus more and my mind wasn't all racing everywhere and I was able to lock in on things", he said.
Both concussions came from collisions with a teammate on tackle attempts, allowing the Bears to place the responsibility for the injuries on Floyd due to poor technique.
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After a nasty collision with Hicks, he ultimately was taken off the field on a backboard and rushed to a nearby New Jersey hospital. The four games he missed were due to a concussion.
The Bears were questioned about their decision making after selecting Floyd with the ninth-overall pick in the 2016 NFL Draft.
Listed at 240 pounds, Floyd said he probably weighs a little under 247 now. He was second among all rookies with seven sacks, reaching that total in just 12 games.
"It's like night and day compared to previous year".
Coach John Fox added: "I'm sure if you talk to Jordan Howard or guys like Leonard, or really any player on our defense that was here a year ago, it slows down". "Uh, I don't want to say (how much) and let everybody know, but I definitely gained some weight", he said.
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