Meet The NFL Linebacker Who Retired Because He Was "Too Afraid" To Tackle

[@zublacus]

As a 49er fan, I was sad to see Chris retire. But recently, my friend got a concussion working on his jeep. The wrench slipped and hit him in the head. It's messed up and he's been on disability for months. With great power, comes great responsibility and it seems that Chris is wielding his power perfectly. Well done Chris.

[@Jay-fq8uz]

what the hell, one concussion and he's acting like that?

[@45KevinG45]

@@Jay-fq8uz they affect everyone differently. All it takes is one good one and your life is changed forever

[@drinfernodds]

​@Kevin Yep, some people can brush off a concussion pretty fast, others can be heavily affected for months.

[@realMDizzy]

What kind of wrench, did it fall from a high shelf?

[@hmu958]

A wrench..... he's getting some good disability money huh?

[@johng.4711]

I can’t imagine being mad at somebody for not wanting to do work they think will harm them. Good for Chris for staying positive and trying to make the world a better place.

[@newjumpcityjosh9333]

I can’t imagine being mad at someone that doesn’t want to work period. If you exist your life has meaning and it matters. Just because someone doesn’t want to contribute to producing capital for a ceo that will exploit them via wage labor doesn’t make their life worthless or make them lazy.

[@Xrobberyx]

If you worked in a trade you would see people being mad about this quite often .

[@kowoh]

Lots of people think players owe organizations loyalty. This is false every team is trying to upgrade at every position at all times. So you’re supposed to be loyal to an organization that is trying to fire you and cannot if you are really good ? What about coaches , they usually can’t get promoted from within, so you have to leave a team to get a better coaching job. They aren’t loyal they can’t be they wanna get paid more. So players are supposed to be loyal is bonkers. Particularly on positions where one has a shorter career.

[@STEEPPOW]

Honestly, who cares about this pussy? Like the game wasn’t for you that’s fine. I don’t mean that he’s a pussyfoot quitting. I just mean that he’s a pussy for making such a big deal about it. People walk away from boxing people walk away from football people walk away from rugby all the time all the sports that have these sorts of impacts. But they do it without trying to shine the spotlight on themselves. That’s what’s weak as fuck. You don’t wanna get any more concussions? I don’t blame you man just walk away. But don’t act like we don’t know what the fuck is up with this game… play college football in the 90s… anyone who’s gonna say shit like we didn’t know it was dangerous back to enter. This kind of fucking nonsense is a liar. Everyone playing this game at the high level aspect like a college D1 football player knows what the fuck is up and I’ve known for a long time.

[@kennedymcgovern5413]

That's because your generation is soft

[@gamerboy6787]

Sounds like Chris is truly a man of high character and integrity. I wish him well in all his endeavors.

[@The2010DC]

How does that make him of high character? Its just opinion of the sport and the possibility of what can happen.

[@projectc.j.j3310]

Sounds like Chris is soft

[@danielkoski5653]

@@projectc.j.j3310if you watched him play, you’d see he’s far from it

[@mtadams2009]

He is definitely thinking big picture. Playing in the NFL is terrible for your long term health. The average life expectancy of an NFL player is mid to late 50s. I am older person and my body hurts but I can generally do anything I want still. If I played in the NFL my body would be a mess. My brother in law played Div 1 football and has had both of his knees replaced. His back is shot. Having massive people beat you down for years is brutal. You can make plenty of money without killing your body and brain.

[@horrificbuu4446]

I remember him, he could have been great. But I don't blame him for putting his health first.

[@ronjones3977]

Don't know about great he had little alligator arms and was terrible in coverage.....and terrible at taking on offensive lineman he was too small

[@austinlevi3452]

@@ronjones3977bad take

[@ronjones3977]

@@austinlevi3452 naww facts you don't watch football......niners defense was ass that year racking up tackles on a bad defense means nothing

[@jummyran]

@@ronjones3977 idk about that greenlaw is only 6”0 and weighs less then Chris. Yet he’s killing it.

[@ronjones3977]

@@jummyran i said nothing about height i said "little alligator arms" which he has ......... not to mention he was trash in coverage routinely getting cooked by rbs whereas greenlaw is a former safety who covers way more ground

[@anthonyclarke2620]

You mentioned something about how “you don’t care what their politics are,” and I just wanted to say how much I respect that. We’re too divided right now and most people just have to learn to have constructive conversations with politics rather than fighting. Loved the video. I’m now a subscriber. Keep putting out this great content!

[@MrZrazies]

I remember him. He was so beast but he chooses his health over football. Huge respect. And was sad that he left niners. Whole life niners fan but understood.

[@redscourge]

Thanks for doing a Chris Borland video. As a Badger fan I got to watch him for a bunch of great years. He was balling out in his rookie season too. The guy would've been a Hall of Famer if he hadn't retired.

[@fliptactics2524]

Fellow badger fan here. It was amazing watching him play. I was a kid when he was playin for UW Madison but even without me having the football knowledge I have now, everyone knew the name Chris Borland and man was he fierce! FlemLo said it best, the guy was involved seemingly every play.

[@nostalgic_negotiator-8842]

I agree with that statement. He reminded me of a smaller Urlacher

[@kwquinn14]

Chris honestly had the potential to be an all-time 🐐 Pretty crazy to think of all that could have been with his career, but we’ll never get to know 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@PolloBBQ]

🧢🧢🧢🧢🧢🧢

[@patricksmith2312]

​@@PolloBBQCap my ass! Dude was a dog! Straight savage with a lot of sense about him.

[@frankcastle4435]

Flemlo you are hands down my favorite sports guy on KZbin. I am so proud of how much your channel has grown. You have far more talent than most of the folks on ESPN or Fox Sports. Why in the hell none of those idiots have not tried to give you a job is beyond me. Keep up the great work

[@footballwins32]

They very well may have made a job offer that he quietly turned down

[@IlluminovaNibiru]

Charles Fort says should be hired by the Bengals…

[@Matt-wg3yb]

Na he puts out better content than espn or fox could ever wish to. Stay independent and grow

[@crreplogle]

I love the dedication, thought and passion you put into your reporting!

[@quentinlatimore7073]

Bor is very good at what he does flelmo keep up the good work borther

[@ducc764]

I remember friends of mine calling this dude “soft” and saying he “quit”… yeah ok, same dudes who call in sick to work when they got the sniffles. Props to him for retiring before it got worse. Great video Flem

[@TheMrRobert]

Your friends are soft and so was this dude

[@ducc764]

@@TheMrRobert props to you for being an A+ troll, dork.

[@gabrieltamez6447]

@@TheMrRobert your a soft,ur ass would quit after one hit in the NFL

[@bradybeijes3232]

I mean he was soft, and he did quit, sounds like your friends and you are quite soft too.

[@Blakethornton66.]

@@bradybeijes3232Soft. But yet you probably can’t even get a job at Walmart 😐.

[@jsurgee23]

His Dad, Al Borland, knew everything there was to know about concussions. After all, he was Tim’s Tool Time assistant and Tim went through an assortment of head injuries during their time on the show. I’m not surprised, as his son, he was ahead of his time knowing the effects head injuries can have on people.

[@edwardrichard2561]

Hahah

[@sarahkimbrough698]

😂

[@MoonDoggie-hs2se]

But those were some of the earliest of uses of A.I. and were virtual concussions. And you're thinking of Hal Borland, and was the flute player for Johnny Cash back when Johnny was popping the shit that killed Hank Senior...

[@cooperquinn5244]

You should do a video on Zach Orr. He was a UDFA for the ravens that started for 3 years as the ravens ILB and then had to retire unexpectedly due to a undiagnosed spinal injury. He now is on the ravens coaching staff. I’m sure it would be a cool video

[@nightmares356]

Brother also played LB for Wisconsin

[@bajerian9951]

Was all pro too. Dude was a monster.

[@kevinschindele4829]

He was niceeeeeee. Fan fav for sure

[@JOEMCKINLEY3]

Watching Chris as a Niner fan at that time was more than him just being good, it was a glimmer of hope for the future when the team was going through turmoil. I was so happy to see him succeed and so sad to see him leave, but later thought of him as a pioneer for football safety

[@botprod]

49er fan here and i have much respect for him. that one year he played for us was special. i wasn’t interested in football at the time he played but lookin back at it he was great.

[@loonytoongt1245]

FlemLO I have watched your oldest NCAA 14 videos. I hadn't watched you in a fat minute I am not going to lie but watching this video and hearing "Que the Wayne" and hearing the music I felt shivers go down my spine. You are one of the most dynamic dopest story tellers out there man. Always got me hooked in. Keep it going man we love you

[@RonnieG]

As a 49er fan I was crushed, but respected his decision. Guy was a tackling machine & had great instincts to mask his lack of elite speed.

[@JTR_14]

Agreed. His retirement was the nail in the coffin to the Harbaugh era of the Niners. This was in addition to the decline of Navarro Bowman, Justin Smith’s retirement, and the constant suspensions of Aldon Smith.

[@hangguy209]

​@@JTR_14those things led to us getting the BEST LB in the league, All Pro Fred Warner.

[@eeik5150]

FINALLY! I had asked for Boreland repeatedly. You did not disappoint. He was a beast.

[@Warmaker01]

Been a 49er fan since Joe Montana was playing for the team. I still remember Borland in his short tenure with the 49ers. This guy was playing awesome as a rookie, and we already had a great but aging linebacker corps that was becoming injured more often. Borland looked like he was going to be the bright future our LBs needed. Then he announced his retirement which surprised everyone. I was upset at first but as I thought about it, good on him.

[@FlyingElvis]

When you said “Every good cause gets hijacked” I was a Political Psychology/ Psychology major. You said it perfectly my friend. I don’t talk politics, but when someone gets it correct these days I applaud. Cuz so many get caught up. Great show man. Love every single one. Love to you and the family and pray Jesus blesses you. Take care brother

[@newjumpcityjosh9333]

As a political psychology major do you ever look deeper into WHY so many people get caught up? If you don’t already know, there is a common thread with these situations of corruption and co opting political/humanitarian movements.

[@DiMotherShip]

​@@newjumpcityjosh9333 manipulation

[@idihcerebe]

God bless, brother.

[@cheehee808_]

As a niner fan, i remember borland well. Dude was an absolute tackling beast. He woulve had a nice career in the same vein as willis or bowman if he didnt hang em up early. Cant fault him tho, he went out on that hill

[@Leon-ln2pv]

You know I have max respect for Chris. He put his health first and literally walked away from millions of dollars. Smart move.

[@tk9839]

On behalf of the Niners fans, at least the ones I know, were sad to see him retire but we were supportive of his decision. Man, it was pure joy to see him play even for half a season. Thank you Chris Borland hope you're doing well.

[@mrovey84]

I’m 37, 5’9 and played option qb in high school. All I wanted to do was play rb in college. I remember my 4th game my senior season, ran the ball off to the right, got 20 yards hit by like 3 guys, I remember seeing “stars” and being “proud” for taking the hit and jumping back up. I only remember this play bc of the film we watched the following Saturday. This was 2003, where football was looked at and played differently. I wish I had the true courage Chris had

[@shirwynscope4276]

We was hitting hard back then

[@meatcuttah]

@@shirwynscope4276 kids today play like their going dancing with elton john, we played smash mouth 96 to 99 highschool , most teams only passed a little thats if you had a qb who could throw, mostly running isos from the i or maybe a wing t offense, they may as well b playing soccer now.

[@rda7569]

I love the research that you do on each script. Your delivery is awesome and I look forward to each video over that past five years.

[@FlemLoRaps]

🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@marksanford9556]

Keep doing the great work man! It’s clear to see how much time and work you put into these videos. Very good quality and always well put together. I enjoy watching them all.

[@FlemLoRaps]

🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@demetresblakley1352]

Good judgement bro💪🏾🙏🏾

[@airborngrmp1]

I remember when this happened, and how PISSED so many people were. Guys were mad he quit, made he quit for the reasons he quit, they were mad that he 'wasted a draft pick'. People that didn't know him (and certainly never would've said to his face any of the pejoratives they readily threw around) sure had some strong opinions about Chris Borland. Honestly, I think everyone was just mad that the quiet part was spoken out loud, and by a rookie rather than at a Hall of Fame induction ceremony. Not that the decision he made was wrong, or his conclusions were wrong, just that we're all still comfortable with the lie and didn't like it being challenged.

[@theendistheend123]

If it was my team, I would be pissed too. I get that. But I also understand his decision. I wouldn't want my son playing football. Love the game, but it's dangerous. Period.

[@newjumpcityjosh9333]

@@theendistheend123 I think there is an important distinction between being mad at someone for putting their health first and being disappointed that something didn’t work out for a sports team.

[@airborngrmp1]

@@newjumpcityjosh9333 The reactions I'm referring to fell definitively in the latter description, which probably explains the vitriol.

[@liamknowles9171]

People who never got his opportunity were mad at him meanwhile those same people would legitimately shit themselves when placed on a nfl field playing linebacker at that

[@wilhelmheinrich7502]

I saw Chris Borland play in high school, he was phenomenal. I was disturbed when he retired after his rookie year. Because I had to question whether I should watch this game that I love.

[@BazookaTooth707]

I've come to the conclusion that physical sports and combat sports are the closest thing we get to modern day gladiators. They do it for our entertainment, and with triumph comes tragedy. Every one has their time in the sun, but it always comes crashing down. I watch a lot of MMA and Boxing. Seeing your favorite fighters age with every fight. Watching them develop slurred speech and neurological issues isn't fun to watch. I forgot what player it was that was inducted in the NFL HOF a few years ago, but when he came up to the stage his son spoke for him because he couldn't even speak. I remember seeing a video of the boxer Jerry Quarry, and he couldn't even remember his name when being inducted. It's part of the sport, and not everyone is willing to make that sacrifice. In the end, we all have a choice. Doesn't make it any easier to swallow.

[@Skwid-Lives]

It would help if they weren’t all juiced to the gillz. The NFL is t trying to catch anyone on Roids and 90% of the league are all Geared up

[@goobeed]

Love watching your videos at work, they always make my day better. You've got a great personality and the amount of details and effort that goes into your videos is appreciated! Keep it up Flem!

[@Chad2353]

I had one concussion from playing football. It changed me I had constant headaches and would see spots in my vision. This was after I was cleared to play. I am now better any still playing football, but I don’t ever ever led with my head again.

[@travissanders7638]

Chris Borland was beast. So sad he retired so soon

[@FlemLoRaps]

Yea he was nice bro

[@michaelblack9253]

The depth and completeness of your content is second to none! I've watch several of your videos and all are excellent. Great job!!

[@estherstephens1858]

This actually had me almost crying. I couldn’t help but think wow, when a league is more concerned about one man possibly destroying the game of football with his story more than his safety (physically and mentally) is crazy!! I’ve said a few times already on this channel that I don’t watch football. I’m just here for the excellent story-telling of @Flemlo Raps. That move @4:41 took me out!!! 😢😢. @Flemlo Raps I watched a video here on YT about YOUR story. I don’t remember the channel tho. I remember even making a comment on that video about how the content creator sounded like you and had a similar way of story telling. By any chance do you know/remember the channel? The video may have been around two years ago?

[@FlemLoRaps]

Yea you're talking about Jamaal. Here's that video... he killed it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fGSYmIeYm5iNrbc

[@estherstephens1858]

@@FlemLoRaps I had already been sub’d to your channel and watching your videos when I saw his. What I loved about that video was him telling YOUR story!!

[@FlemLoRaps]

@@estherstephens1858 yea it was dope for me to see somebody else tell my story after I've told so many others. Full circle moment lol.

[@estherstephens1858]

@@FlemLoRaps I truly appreciate you taking the time to find the video AND reply. ❤️❤️

[@ChadFarthouse-h8r]

Huh?

[@woolane11]

This is a stand up guy 💪🏾 he used his life to bring awareness that’s admirable on too many levels, big respect to the guy.

[@Flow_Easy]

I love that you are actually not afraid to show the darker sides of football as well flem. I read the article and it's a sobering reality of how much these guys put themselves through for our entertainment. They definitely deserve what they get paid.

[@newjumpcityjosh9333]

They deserve so much more imo

[@andreavery4731]

You and Mr. Ballen are the best at storyteller. Much love brother!!!

[@isaacslayton7207]

This man’s potential was insane, great vid Flemlo 🔥

[@ISDTony]

I remember when he and Willis retired thinking to myself “oh man…. NFL’s got something to think about if early retirements really become a thing.” I’m glad it didn’t lead to an epidemic of early retirements, but also happy to know this helped raise some awareness to the other players. Seemingly. Another outstanding video, my guy. You’re truly talented when it comes to the story telling videos.

[@khbrown8963]

Big facts. He, Willis, Calvin Johnson. It was concerning.

[@watsondrummer7607]

And Justin smith

[@Shjankee]

@@watsondrummer7607 Justin retired after 14 seasons lmao.

[@gabrielcarrasco9078]

Justin Smith played for over a decade.​@@watsondrummer7607

[@ericmarks7648]

As a Buckeye, Watson and Borland were absolute nightmares. Sooooo much respect for him. Muscles can be rebuilt - your brain can't. Thank you again for a great channel with interesting stories.

[@varga4488]

Oh yea Watson is definitely a nightmare 🧴

[@oldboy7724]

Thanks Flem. You have a deep soul and a big heart. You are a true journalist. You present stories in a studious, unbiased and meticulously researched manner. Always look forward to listening to you. Thanks!

[@mrrager13]

This was a huge blow.. after losing someone who could’ve been the GOAT at MLB in Patrick Willis if he didn’t cut it short. Borland was a bright spot who looked like he had the potential to substitute as a great LB after Willis’ departure. As sad as I was at the time, glad both men chose health over football.

[@gabrielcarrasco9078]

49ers have had some great LB play the past 15 years. Willis, Bowman, Borland, and Warner. At least 3 of those were or were close to being the top LB during their time.

[@nicocorbo4153]

another great video, flem. i used to watch a lot of nfl and be pretty invested in it. while i'm not living in the states anymore and watching football as much, i always have to make time for your videos. your storytelling ability is unmatched

[@liljimlambert7]

Man he could have got the bag or got hurt for life and walked away respect that which he got a decent signing bonus and a year of nfl money

[@BigmanTEXAS23]

CUE LIL WAYNE 😮 I LOVE THAT Part BRO!! YOU MAKE FIRE VIDEOS, I APPRECIATE the amount of research and time you put into your vids, your extremely thorough bro, much Love ❤

[@jacobleroux96]

Had him in a full team fantasy football league. He single handedly won me that league

[@minus100plus2]

One of the worst feelings in life is being a high school coach, seeing one of your guys suffer one of 'those hits,' and having the make the decision on whether or not to tell this high schooler, the heartbeat of your team, that he can't play today or tomorrow because his head might not be right anymore.

[@minus100plus2]

I personally was on all sides, as a player and coach in both HS & college, and it's just the worst catch 22, lose-lose all the way around for everyone involved. Thanks for running this story. As a 3rd generation niner fan, it was mind boggling to see this unfold at the time. I appreciate the work you did and thanks for uncovering in detail exactly what happened to Chris.

[@JonDowd]

I don’t think “one of those hits” is very likely, especially when you’re a top recruit in the country. His retiring is nothing more than a precautionary measure due to “hey, I’ve been “the guy” on every single team I’ve been on, played a lot of snaps and the game isn’t worth what I’m putting on the line”. I think honestly that like Flemlo said in the vid, he started taking torodol and became worried that he couldn’t feel the blows that he’s actually taking/delivering and the damage he’s doing.

[@jasontaylor2237]

man me and a couple of my homies was just talking about Borland. As a niner fan appreciate you putting this together. VERY well done bro. keep up the good work no wonder you have 890k subs.

[@Spongebrain97]

I was a freshman in high school when I learned I couldn't play tackle football. It's always been my favorite sport to play and watch but when I played for my school's team I realized I was too scared to tackle because I had some mental block of thinking that I was going to hurt the person I was tackling despite the fact that Im not a big dude at all lmao

[@Dakotastorms]

I also developed that barrier for different reasons. I loved hitting people but after a severe injury, when I got back on the field I wasn’t the same. After that, I lost my love for football and was ashamed. Eventually, I quit

[@Himanboy]

I had a very similar problem. I was fine with taking a hit, but as soon as I was out on defense I was not making tackles because I just didn’t want to mess it up and hurt the ballcarrier, especially after all of the injuries I’ve seen firsthand on my team. (We had 12 players out with concussions by the end of the season)

[@MarcusHansen276]

@@Dakotastorms sorry to hear that. I hope you can get Past that and love the game again. I hope you find your peace too

[@newjumpcityjosh9333]

@@Dakotastorms do you still have that feeling of shame that you didn’t want to put your mental health/life in danger for a sport?

[@yourmommysdaddy5952]

Football is a hard sport, I played basically my whole life and was amazing, but once I got to high school I got my first concussion and it was not a fun experience, i was able to return before the season ended and played great but I had a sense about my head ig, after the season i started focusing on my mental and physical health and I started losing weight because at the time I was 225lbs 5’11 Left tackle and wanted to be skinnier and more in shape and possibly change position, I got down to about 175 and was the healthiest I had ever felt but my coaches wouldn’t switch my position because “I was too good at oline” and because of that I started getting hurt a lot more often and had to quit my senior year of high school because of too many chronic injuries.

[@jaswagg85]

Gotta say man, you are the premier football youtuber...the quality of your videos has always been so good, but they just keep getting better and better. Love how much you do the research and present things from an objective lense...I remember when he came into the league, can't fault him though for being concerned about his health...keep up the amazing work!

[@arthurw8054]

Superb presentation, thanks. Flemlo's videos always have an interesting, well-told sports story, but also present a human context that transcends the world of sports altogether. Great stuff.

[@Bozey0]

Great video my man, really good content I enjoyed every moment thank you

[@zuckusmukus841]

Honestly I understand this more then I realized I was Injury ridden for most of my high school career and when I got to college I had a really bad concussion in practice and I did similar steps to where I got to the point of it’s just not worth it and it was time to leave.

[@favianoreyes]

Man Flemlo is so thoughtful and informative easily one of the best storytellers on this site, the guy clearly has a knack for this. I had no idea about how deep and just fascinating Chris Borland story is and was and Im from the bay area feel like nobody did this story justice from what I recall.

[@PurpleBlood5693]

I remember watching him play for the Wisconsin Badgers. He made the right decision leaving the game.

[@redscourge]

Yeah, I was sad as a Borland and Badger fan, but happy that he made a good decision for his future.

[@AndruwV]

Oh damn I didn’t expect someone to do a Chris Borland video, he was supposed to take the reigns of the niners defense, such a great player but he did the right thing and I respect that, respect to you as well Flem for doing this vid, as a niners fan this really brought back some memories, keep up the great work

[@Taydutt13]

We were angle tackling in 8th grade and the guy I was goin against hit me so hard I turned a flip and landed on my head and immediately I started to vomit I took my helmet off and coach starts yelling at me for taking my helmet off. I put my helmet back on and I don't remember much else but that was the last time I played football.

[@chefkenburnem211]

I cant believe im just seeing this video, flemlo great job man you really have been killing it telling the story behind the players. You did chris justice here,

[@AnlStarDestroyer]

You should consider doing a video on Byron Leftwich. Dude was a legend in college then a first round pick then successful OC and now he’s without a job

[@adameanglin]

Borland was a monster. Watching this video I am reminded that it is not for nothing that many NFL players come from very humble backgrounds and they need their pay to support their families.

[@thegoldentroll]

This sounds a lot like my NFL career! I was also afraid of the ball too.

[@y2kelly66]

Thank you for recognizing Troy Polumolu in that 3 and 1 stop play Chris made. Troy was the best defender in NFL while he played. Havent seen anyone come close to his level of effort on every play since he retired.

[@K.Dwizzle]

1:58 What the heck is this background?

[@tomfoolery5844]

From Kanye’s “Power” music video

[@stevelehman7651]

Came across your channel 2 days ago. Can't stop watching.

[@TonyDaygo]

Honestly would’ve been a solid Luke Keuchly pt 2

[@ShrexyGuy]

Maybe with the injuries but Keuchly was like taking Charles Woodson and putting him in a MLBs body. Man was on a different planet from any ILB not named Patrick Willis these last 20 years

[@AnonymousYouTubR]

@flemlo boy that new hair finna be fresh once I get used to it 🔥🔥. You’d look like a linebacker if you get waves, Ray 52 Lewis or something

[@mikeevans7301]

We were rookies at the same time. I was wondering if you'd ever do a video on him. Great Job as usual

[@VictoriatheWolfGirl]

Pretending to be Mike Evans and saying "we" is hilarious

[@crimsonking6246]

@@VictoriatheWolfGirl Thanks for explaining the joke

[@VictoriatheWolfGirl]

@cr637 Oh no I think it's kind of stupid, like it isn't hilarious in the exact way they intended it, I think it's semi pathetic

[@ducc764]

Co-sign with Victoria on this one

[@mikeevans7301]

@@VictoriatheWolfGirl lol I understand why it’s hard to believe. It’s me I wouldn’t lie to you

[@CEOdawg]

Another banger!! I pressed play as soon as I saw this one. I don't remember this guy, and I'm so glad that you told his story in the way only you can.

[@lee-daniels]

I’d play kicker or punter. That’s it. I value my melon and skeleton

[@DJFloorPancake]

As a 49er fan who only played football until my Junior year of high school due to concussions, Chris Borland is my hero.

[@cbo_thekid3522]

Turn to Jesus Christ and repent before it’s too late he loves us all

[@D.ocument.The.Journey]

Amen✊🏿

[@ricardoandrade19]

Dude I’ve been waiting for this video I recommend him years ago Flemlo. Borland had an amazing story he was one of the first players I watched and admired his game and even respected his decision to walk away from football

[@tmpart1]

Love your videos. No clickbait. Just thoughtful analysis.

[@julianlewis2722]

Your the GOAT Flemlo .. been rocking with you for years .. love all your content King!!

[@MAGaBAMA_84]

This is a great story! This elite naturally gifted and set that aside over fame, for humanity! I love it! My son age 5,6 I knew was a chosen gifted athlete. His coordination was unmatched, he ran a 4.40 his first year as a varsity football player, but he went through hell getting there. He was took out of sports at 12. He was diagnosed with HCM at 10. He had to have an internal defibrillator put in. His first yr back to sports he started as shortstop, now his last year! He's starting wide receiver at a high level. 1st year! As varsity, and senior, troubled with failing grades, to 3.7 gpa. and full time Christian. So proud of my 1st born🏆🎖🎗🏅

[@45scienceproject]

First of all this was extremely thoughtful and presented in an extremely pragmatic way. You deserve a lot of credit for how respectfully you presented this story. I can not blame ANYBODY for walking away from this game. There’s intensely high risk for everyone and virtually no tears whatsoever for most. Even then, that reward clearly wasn’t enough for this gentleman to compromise the rest of his life over. I cannot fathom what a difficult choice that must be because I was never athletic enough to go anywhere. Health really IS wealth and you never get it back when it comes to head trauma.

[@mozeeyyy]

his 13 tackle game w 2 pics was legendary man .. i still remember that game in new orleans 🔥🔥him and kap won us that game man. god bless both those dudes

[@bnegs521]

Chris wasnt afraid to tackle during his last year. HE WAS A TACKLE MONSTER. It was incredible.

[@lawrencematthes8948]

One of the best and most informative videos I've seen. I remember watching him play against the Buckeyes and wondered how we let him get away. He was the player everyone wants to watch play. The story behind his decision helps keep things in perspective for us football fans

[@donnyamato3208]

Flem been subbed and watching every video since seeing the what happened to Nnamdi video. Just wanted to say the impact your videos have had on myself and countless others has been profound. Struggled with anxiety and depression for years and your videos and way you breakdown things has gotten me through some dark times. Nothing helps clear my head than seeing the noti that you uploaded. Preciate ya and know this just the start for ya bro!

[@ThePeanut999]

Those are some crazy numbers for his forst NFl season and only in 8 games. Thats absolutely wild.

[@bigal7561]

I know I'm not in your ideal demographic (67) but I found your site and I've been very impressed. Subbed and just wanted to encourage you to continue the same format you use in your content. Well done

[@TrueCody]

27, 67, we’re all the same these days.

[@bnegs521]

In Borland's last game at Seattle he did not leave the game due to a head injury but a high ankle sprain.

[@JWest29]

Flemloraps is one of best channels on KZbin. Appreciate your work!!

[@Davidj-r8l]

As someone who suffers from CTE .im happy he stopped playing before it got worse.great video as always your the best flemlo

[@mozeeyyy]

Thank you for doing this video man amazing video! as a niners fan i definitely remember every part of his nfl career he was a beast early on in camp and of course ended up being one. As a 13-14 year old football player then, his story really did make me more aware of what i was doing to my body on the field especially as a lineman. appreciate borland for being so real about his problems and spreading awareness. 🔥🔥🔥amazing work bro

[@lildan419r2]

I remember when all this happened..all I remember thinking as we got to keep our teams safe....he is a good man ❤❤❤

[@whatareyounew1898]

I used to run all the audio visual at the Santa Clara Marriott where the Niners stay for home games and training camp. I was there when Chris was drafted to the 49ers, and I just got to say that Chris was so outgoing to all the staff and was a pleasure to be around!

[@Ardie34CA]

Beautiful story brotha. Appreciate you. Keep grinding towards that 1 mil.

[@Uncultured_Barbarian465]

I got to watch Borland play for years as a member of the Wisconsin Badgers. Thanks for doing a vid on him. Kid made a tough decision which when it was announced, I respected his decision.

[@greenanddan]

Nice video! Seriously a well told story with compelling information with some nice narrative insights.

[@jerisj.8971]

Yet another amazing episode that sheds light on the way people use all of their life experience to move the world in a hopefully positive direction.

[@Apple2-ux8uo]

You should do a video on John Urschel, a former NFL offensive lineman with the ravens and mathematics major at Penn state. Urschel read the JAMA on concussion and decided to stop playing though other factors were at play also. He went on to mit to finish his maths phd there and is a professor there now

[@americanrusticworks981]

Your a wizard of storytelling, thanks for every video you make! Can’t get enough!

[@johnford9070]

Dope ass video bro. Huge 49er fan always have been always will be. This guy was gonna be a stud but couldn’t hate on him when he retired. Thanks for taking his story

[@Antifa-USA]

Yo that Q the Wayne was f****** fire bro

[@robertespinoza9104]

I been following since like 5 years ago the growth on this channel videos wise is crazy, props bro 💯

[@jakestr99111]

Much respect for doing what he feels is right for him.

[@Viperdude70]

I grew up watching Chris. He was a pillar for Wisconsin and helped build a great history of linebackers there. But it’s crazy to see that we both came to the same decision at the end of our playing careers, just asking different questions.

[@devoredd-williams2315]

That last line was a good one way to summarize the video man you a real one and smart asl man keep doin your thing 💪🏾💪🏾

[@dugout4530]

Awesome to see the pics against Steubenville Big Red, we scrimmaged them

[@amyevans1118]

I remember when he did this and I felt happy he chose his health. I hope that others will follow his lead. CTE kills.

[@caseyjames6306]

I covered Chris when he played for the Badgers here in Madison. Great dude!