Tuesday's health and safety news from the world of football:
- NFL.com reported that Kansas City Chiefs defensive back Eric Berry's season is over after a mass was discovered in his chest and it is likely to be diagnosed as lymphoma. USA Today reported how peers sent to him messages of support.
- USA Today wrote about The Trust, a facility for former NFL players in Phoenix that provides them with ways to address physical and mental health, education and opportunities.
- WDSU-TV in New Orleans featured former New Orleans Saints tight end Boo Williams, who has become an advocate for mental health issues.
- The New York Daily News featured NFL free agent Michael Sam, who talked to GQ Magazine about his decision to publicly come out as gay prior to this year's NFL Draft.
- The Philadelphia Daily News reported how Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Jeremy Maclin gave back to adopted kids.
- NewJersey.com reported that Pace University coach has been accused of verbal and physical abuse by former players.
- The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reported how coaches are leading the discussion to change high school players' views on personal conduct.
- KWCH-TV in Wichita, Kansas, continued its series on football safety with a look at helmets.
- McPherson Sentinel reported that an area school is helping parents become more knowledge about baseline concussion testing for youth athletes.
- WBUR-FM in Boston reported on post-concussion recovery for kids.
-- Bill Bradley, contributing editor
