Thursday’s health and safety news from the world of football:
- Former Chicago Bears quarterback Jim McMahon was honored Wednesday for his work in concussion awareness during an event for the Sports Legacy Institute, The Associated Press reported.
- New Orleans Saints owner Tom Benson told NewOrleansSaints.com that his induction in the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame this Saturday will be a special moment.
- Former NFL quarterback Brett Favre got involved in politics, backing Mississippi Sen. Thad Cochran for re-election, the Washington Times reported.
- The Philadelphia Daily News reported that former Philadelphia Eagles running back Brian Westbrook will participate in a benefit flag football game with members of the Wounded Warriors Project.
- The Fort Wayne News-Sentinel wrote about Dallas Clark’s decision to retire after 11 seasons.
- Fox News looked at San Diego State’s balance device that is awaiting FDA approval for sideline use in diagnosing concussions.
-- Bill Bradley, contributing editor