1.  Define the following words as used in the article:

• plaintiff  (para. 2)
• tort  (para. 2)
• alleges  (para. 2)
• insidious  (para. 2)
• latent  (para. 2)
• degenerative  (para. 2)
• negligence  (para. 2)

2.  a) How many former NFL players are taking part in a mass-tort lawsuit filed at the end of March in Pennsylvania?
b)  Who is the lead plaintiff?

3.  a) What problems do each of the plaintiffs suffer from, according to the lawsuit?
b)  What accusations are made against the NFL in many of the players' lawsuits?

4.  How has the NFL responded to these accusations?

5.  a) Do you think the former players have a legitimate case?  Explain your answer.

b)  Do you think concussions and other head injuries could be prevented in pro-football?  Should the game be changed to avoid this in the future, or should players be given lengthy, detailed explanations of the health risks of playing pro-football?  Explain your answers.