“They Don’t Care” - Jason Wilde on NFL’s 18-Game Push & Player Safety

The NFL is pushing toward an 18-game season — but at what cost? In this segment of Jen, Gabe & Chewy, Jason Wilde delivers a blunt and emotional take on the league’s priorities, following news surrounding Steve McMichael and the ongoing conversation about player safety. 🚨 The Core Message Jason doesn’t mince words: 👉 “They don’t care.” As the NFL continues to expand, the conversation focuses on: Player safety vs league growth The long-term effects of football And whether the league is truly prioritizing its players 🧠 The 18-Game Debate The league is clearly moving toward: An 18-game regular season Expanded international games Even greater revenue growth But Jason raises the key issue: 👉 What are players actually getting in return? ⚠️ CTE, Concussions & Reality Using past examples and personal reflection, the discussion highlights: How normalized injuries used to be How quickly major issues fade from public attention And how little the conversation around concussions exists today compared to before 💰 What Players Should Be Fighting For Instead of smaller concessions, the argument is: 👉 Players should demand meaningful long-term support Including: Lifetime healthcare Real post-career protections Benefits that actually matter after football 🏈 The Bigger Picture The reality is clear: The NFL continues to grow financially Owners continue to push for expansion And the burden continues to fall on players