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AFL set to introduce stronger, stricter concussion protocols for 2021 season and beyond – Fox Sports
The AFL will reportedly introduce a significant change to its return-to-play protocols, with players set to be sidelined for at least one game if they suffer a…
Multiple reports on Monday night indicated the length of time a concussed AFL or AFLW player must wait until they can play again would increase from seven days to 10.
An AFL spokesman told the Herald Sun its updated concussion guidelines would soon be finalised, while Channel 7 Melbourne also reported the leagues new protocols would be significantly tightened and announced before the AFLW season kicks off on Thursday.
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