Monday's health and safety news from the world of football:
- Arizona Cardinals running back Rashard Mendenhall announced his retirement , citing a desire to pursue other ventures as well as no longer wishing "to put my body at risk for the sake of entertainment."
- Cornell's football coach joined several of his colleagues in questioning a recent study showing that Division I athletes face higher physical limitations and chronic injuries, Ìý·É°ù¾±³Ù±ð²õ.
- Clemson University researchers are working with local companies to create a new material they hope will create a stronger football helmet, Â (S.C.) News.
- Chicago Bears cornerback hosted nearly 600 runners in freezing temperatures to raise money for his Cornerstone Foundation, . The organization aims to improve the lives of critically and chronically ill children.
- that the team will host its inaugural Moms Football Safety Clinic.



