NFL Uses AI to Predict Injuries
Injuries are an inevitable part of the NFL due to high-speed collisions, crushing hits, and high exertion on every play. Success each season often comes down to which teams can be the healthiest at the end.
Teams like Baltimore, San Francisco, and Cincinnati have already been hampered by a string of injuries in the preseason. With hundreds of millions of dollars invested into their rosters each season, keeping players available to play is crucial.
- High-speed collisions
- Crushing hits
- High exertion on every play
Fans want their favorite players on the field.
The NFL has partnered with Amazon Web Services on an injury prediction tool that uses data and artificial intelligence to help teams manage player health.
Author's summary: NFL uses AI to predict injuries and keep players healthier.