I have serious doubts if players and their families can truly rely upon the league to provide the protection that players are entitled to ("Heads-up on concussions," editorial, July 30).

While the league should be commended for their poster and attempts to educate players on the long-term consequences of concussions, the true test of the league's commitment to the health of their players will be how they ultimately respond to players who develop long-term disabilities following any type of brain injury.

Michael V. Kaplen, Esq.,

Pleasantville, N.Y.