Lewan Showing Concussion Symptoms

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Per Angelique Chengelis' Twitter:

"RR says Mouton and Martin practiced Tuesday. Doing better. Taylor Lewan & Shaw dealing with concussion-like symptoms."

"UM right tackle Dorrestein is fine. If Lewan can't go, Mark Huyge, who has started for Dorrestein, could start at LT."

I knew about Shaw but this is the first I have heard anything about Lewan. Let's hope they're both alright.

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ish

November 17th, 2010 at 1:49 PM ^

that'd be a huge blow, obvs.  but w/ all of the recent science on concussions, i like that we have one of the few staffs that make sure doctors are making decisions, and then go a step further and limit the playing time of potentially concussed kids even after they get dr. approval.

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blueheron

November 17th, 2010 at 1:54 PM ^

As far as the awareness and frequency of head injuries are concerned, football has never been worse from a neurology standpoint.

How will the sport be received if science can conclusively tell us that (say) 10-20% (or maybe many more) of its participants will experience long-lasting, life-altering injuries?

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Don

November 17th, 2010 at 1:59 PM ^

Heron, I've been wondering the same thing. I think that the NFL is really sitting on a huge mine field, given the medical findings that more than a few players are really in terrible shape not all that long after their careers are over, like Jim McMahon. And he's just a QB—what about all the LBs and Ols/DLs who deal with shots to the head on virtually every play?

It would be interesting to find out what the incidence of concussion-related dementia is for rugby players in Australia and elsewhere.

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iawolve

November 17th, 2010 at 2:07 PM ^

I didn't notice this in the game with Purdue, so this happened in practice? The guy is 6'8" 300 lbs what in the hell happened in practice for him to get a concussion? Seriously? The only thing I could imagine is him hitting the ground during run blocking and then getting kicked in the helmet as someone ran by him. I didn't think we did much live work anymore.

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CRex

November 17th, 2010 at 2:16 PM ^

This article does a good job explaining why lineman are actually the highest risk position for concussion. Basically every place you have a big dude slam into you and a shock run through your entire body. Repeat for however many plays you're in the game. This part scares me:
Thomas learned that the brain produces a chemical that is a natural narcotic for concussions, and that the chemical has been found more frequently in autopsies of linemen than in autopsies of players who, in life, filled other positions.
It was a shocking read because I used to think I wanted my kids to play lineman because "Hey, they just grope each other and tend to have long careers. Looks nice and safe". Now they're going to be free safeties like dad. Even the daughters ("Pumpkin get back in there and get an INT or no Barbie Horse Adventure for a week and remember daddy loves you sweetie!"). /Future horrible parent

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jmblue

November 17th, 2010 at 2:23 PM ^

It again should raise the question of why football helmets have a hard outer shell.  Blunt objects collide with considerably more force than padded ones do.  The Mr. Magoo-esque padded helmets may look weird, but they're a lot safer.

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rtyler

November 17th, 2010 at 4:03 PM ^

It's funny.  I was on a train to Montreal and I overheard a woman from Australia explaining to her seatmate that she had watched a bit of American football and found it all quite amusing.  Why, she thought, did the players act so tough when they are wearing so much bulky safety equipment? Why is there so much celebration, and stopping? Why do they wear such silly tight pants? Suffice to say she didn't think it was to be taken seriously.  She then went on to explain the traditional class divisions between full rugby and rugby sevens, which I thought was pretty interesting.

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JeepinBen

November 17th, 2010 at 2:18 PM ^

But often with injuries in general (especially smaller ones) you don't notice during games due to adrenaline - someone above mentioned that he didn't even know he was bleeding 'till it was pointed out to him. Lewan plays with a lot of passion and could have "Shaken off" a slight head injury or not even noticed it during the game, then after he felt a little funny. 

I think it's safe to assume that the concussion was relatively minor, and hopefully he didn't do himself any additional harm by continuing to play.

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Steve in PA

November 17th, 2010 at 2:43 PM ^

I wrecked on my motorcycle about an hour and a half from home.  Picked it up and rode home on a broken bike.  About a half hour in, my ribs hurt like hell.  Had 4 cracked ribs that didn't hurt at all when I went down.

Heal fast Mr Mustache, but heal fully.  Need you Blue for 3 more years.

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jmblue

November 17th, 2010 at 2:20 PM ^

Unfortunate, but tackle is one position where we can afford to take a hit injury-wise.  Huyge's a solid player.  Let's let Lewan rest up. 

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JimBobTressel-0

November 17th, 2010 at 2:20 PM ^

I don't keep up with Wisky football but I know their star end O'Brien Schofield graduated, and is now either in Ireland (searching for his roots) or the NFL. Who do the Badgers have as pass rushers now?

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uferfan1

November 17th, 2010 at 3:14 PM ^

I happen to work with Mark Hugyes dad Jim, Remember telling him when TL replaced Mark it was probably hard but the best thing for the team. Lewan is an actual beast and needed to play, while Mark has the ability to play 4 positions on the line and would be responsible for us getting to the bowl game. Depth is the difference for this team. Thanks Mark, Tate , and all the others who have not pouted but been ready to play when needed. "Those who stay will be champions."

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jhackney

November 17th, 2010 at 4:16 PM ^

recommend roasted Badger?

To cook one badger you’ll need:

1 badger
1 glass of pig’s blood
1 small glass of armagnac
1 ginger root
1 bottle of dry, sparkling white wine
2 eggs
1 pot of crème fraîche
salt and pepper
500g forest mushrooms OR chestnuts to accompany
100g butter
oil

Eviscerate and skin your badger, and soak it in a fast-flowing river for at least 48 hours. This will help you to de-grease it more easily.

Once the badger is de-greased, cut it into pieces and brown it in a frying pan with butter. When the pieces are golden and stiff, flambée with the armanac, season and add a grated soup-spoon of ginger, fresh if possible.

Pour over the wine, and simmer gently for at least two hours.

At the end of the cooking time, mix the chopped badger liver (cooked beforehand in a little oil), the glass of blood, two egg yolks, a coffee-spoon of ginger and the crème fraîche, and pour into the cooking dish. Serve immediately.

This dish goes well with wild mushrooms or chestnuts.

http://www.gastronomydomine.com/?p=184

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