England's Joe Marler 'scared' after learning of Ryan Jones diagnosis

Joe Marler says he is 'scared', following the news of Ryan Jones diagnosis of early-onset dementia.

England's Joe Marler. Photo: Adam Davy/PA Wire.

England prop Joe Marler has opened up on his feelings after hearing of the 'awful' news of Ryan Jones early-onset Dementia diagnosis.

Marler, who also spoke of a bad head injury he sustained in the past, says he has tried to ignore the risks of concussion because it scares him to think about it.