The league on Thursday said that the 43 percent reduction rate on kickoffs meant the new format had worked as intended.

Player concussions dropped 17% this season compared to last, reaching a record low amid improvements in helmet safety, the introduction of helmet covers known as guardian caps and changes to the rules governing kickoffs,

Concussions were way down this season according to the NFL's data. On Thursday, the NFL claimed its players suffered a total of 182 concussions during games and practices in the preseason and regular season.

The East-West Shrine Bowl was played on Thursday night after a week of practices and concluded a productive week. Plenty of players put out some good tape and here are five of the biggest offensive Shrine Bowl risers.

The 100th annual East-West Shrine Bowl kicks off Thursday at AT&T Stadium. The annual meeting of some of the best college football players in the country gives them the opportunity to impress NFL teams before the draft,