I never played the game for money and attention. I love football, and I’ve had a blast. Chris Borland Read Quote
I couldn’t really justify playing for money, and I think what I wanted to achieve put me at too great a risk, so I just decided on another profession. Chris Borland Read Quote
The men and women that are hired to take care of players’ health, their salaries are paid by the team. Before games, you would see team docs and trainers, and they’re every bit as as excited to, say, beat the Raiders as you are; their emotions are tied up in it. Chris Borland Read Quote
I think flag football is a great alternative, and it’s a great game in its own right. It’s a wonderful alternative. You can develop all of the skills and athleticism and glean the lessons you can from contact football through playing flag. Chris Borland Read Quote
In places where people read hardcover books and eat sushi, they’re not signing a five-year-old up to tackle another five-year-old. Chris Borland Read Quote
I walked away from pro football and a $2.9 million contract with the San Francisco 49ers because I didn’t want to develop CTE. Chris Borland Read Quote
I loved football. I’m so glad I played. But I didn’t think it was wise for me to play longer. Chris Borland Read Quote
If I was a marginal guy or a practice squad player or a career-long special teamer, you take a hell of a lot less hits in those roles. Chris Borland Read Quote
Punishment for doing your job well is an unparalleled professional pressure. Chris Borland Read Quote
