Well that could be said every year given the possibility of a deadly injury. For the players, the virus itself isn't deadly for well over 99% of people in that age group. Obviously I don't wish that anyone get it but let's not get overly dramatic either.Keep that in mind. Not liking the criticism coming from this board given all the hootin and hollaring the Huskers did this offseason.
Common people also put their lives at risk every day they get in a car/truck and travel. But that doesn't stop most people from doing it.