Why Brett Favre Estimates He Had 1,000 Concussions During his Career

Former NFL quarterback Brett Favre can be found in the top five of many all-time career passing records, including completions and touchdowns. He may also unofficially hold one record that no player would ever want – most concussions.

In a recent radio interview, Favre estimated that he suffered an astounding 1,000 concussions throughout his 20-year Hall of Fame career.

Favre went on to say that until recently, he believed he only suffered three concussions, because that was the number of times he was knocked unconscious in a game.

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Like many others, Favre did not have a clear understanding of the symptoms of concussions. That’s why education is so important, said Joseph Bautista, DO, a sports medicine physician and concussion specialist with Hartford HealthCare Medical Group in Stratford.

“Many people are misinformed,” Dr. Bautista explained. “That’s why it’s so important to take the time to make sure patients understand what concussions are and set expectations for symptoms and the recovery process.”

Not all concussions are the same.

Some common symptoms of concussions include:

• Nausea.
• Headaches.
• Balance issues.
• Sensitivity to light or sound.

But Dr. Bautista is quick to point out that not all concussions present the same way. Some people may not display the obvious symptoms. Additionally, symptoms can last anywhere from two to four weeks, depending on the individual.

To read more about common misconceptions about concussions, visit the Hartford HealthCare Health News Hub.