Green Bay Packers wide receiver James Jones was on the NFL Network and admitted that he hates the helmet-to-helmet rule that the league instituted to protect defenseless receivers.
“I think the helmet-to-helmet rule, where defenders have to hit at a certain target, I think they need to eliminate that,” Jones said, per ProFootballTalk.com. “I’d rather get hit in the helmet and shoulder than have a defender take my knees out.”
Jones was then asked if he thinks he needs the extra protection.
“That’s what my helmet is for,” Jones replied.
I wonder if Jones will feel the same way in 15 years when he can’t remember where he put his car keys.
He needs to watch the video below of former NFL running back Leroy Hoard
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