While there have been numerous studies that have shown brain damage in former NFL players, Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers has a unique thought process when it comes to the issue.

Knowing it’s certainly an issue, Rivers isn’t too concerned given his style of play and position.

“I’m certainly sensitive to it and want to be careful, and I certainly never want to see anybody go through it,” said Rivers. “I think the position I play, my head isn’t in much danger.”

While Rivers is certainly aware of the issue, he reminds everyone that it all starts with that person.

“The only thing I would say, and I’d never disrespect players who suffer injuries, is this: we sign up to play,” said Rivers. “We decide to play the game. It’s not something we don’t know or don’t releaize. Things come with different jobs.”

With continuous research along with changes in the rules of how and where you can hit someone, the league is doing everything it can to limit head trauma, but it’s unlikely they will ever be able to rid the game of it altogether.