NFL, Players Agree To End 'Race-Norming' In $1B Settlement

The video discusses the practice of race norming, which assumes black individuals have different cognitive baselines compared to other races. This practice potentially prevented many black NFL players suffering from dementia from receiving compensation. A new agreement will eliminate race-based adjustments in dementia testing, allowing retired black players to have their tests rescored or undergo new cognitive evaluations.

What is the primary assumption behind the practice of race norming?

• All races have the same cognitive starting point.

• Black individuals have different cognitive starting levels.

• Cognitive levels are determined by age.

• Cognitive levels are determined by education.

How did race norming potentially affect black players suffering from dementia?

• It increased their cognitive scores.

• It may have prevented them from receiving necessary claims.

• It had no impact on their claims.

• It helped them receive more claims.

What was the financial impact of race norming on black players?

• It potentially prevented them from collecting millions in claims.

• It had no financial impact.

• It provided them with additional financial support.

• It increased their financial compensation.

What change is being made to the NFL's concussion claims settlement?

• Introducing new cognitive tests for all players.

• Reducing the number of tests required.

• Ending race-based adjustments in dementia testing.

• Increasing the amount of money available.

What opportunity is now available for retired black players?

• To receive automatic compensation.

• To have their tests rescored or retaken.

• To receive a higher settlement amount.

• To avoid cognitive testing altogether.