Rhinelander High School shows its focus on the health of its athletes and head injuries

RHINELANDER - Former Badger and 49ers Chris Borland surprised the NFL Monday by retiring.

Experts thought the NFC week 11 defensive player of the week would be a strong part of the San Francisco 49ers' line backing core next year.

But Borland was too worried about the long term impact of repetitive head traumas from hits.

Full story: WJFW

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