NFL training camps are hitting the ground running — and the ground is cracking with alarming frequency. As players hit the field, non-contact injuries like ACL tears are skyrocketing, sparking urgent questions: Is the modern training philosophy, obsessed with explosive power, neglecting the endurance and resilience needed for football’s brutal grind? With historical comparisons pointing to fewer injuries in past eras, and some ACL tears appearing as the final straw in a slow-burn process, the league and players’ association are left grappling with preventable breakdowns. The real challenge? Finding the right balance between today’s high-intensity workouts and the foundational stamina that keeps athletes healthy through the season.

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