After reading the commentary by Jay Selman ("Stop the concussions," Dec. 7) on concussions in football, I can't help but think that tackling is missing in tackle football in the games I watch.
The NFL is trying to come up with a way to remove the kickoff because of the violent hits, and this is when a majority of their injuries occur. From what I see, players are not tackling but body-slamming themselves into opposing players trying to get the big hit and jar loose the ball. ESPN and others glorify the big-time hits. Defenders want to get that turnover or stop the catch from being made.
Limit what consists of a fumble or how a turnover is allowed and maybe players will get back to playing tackle football. The NFL is trying to impose rules to head back in this direction. Of course, you have the critics who say the league is softening up the game too much, but they are sitting on a recliner or are behind a microphone.
PETER LAPAN
Clifton Park