The mushroom-like contraptions National Football League players are wearing on their helmets during training camp may look strange, but they’re a part of an ongoing safety experiment the league hopes will lead to a reduction in head injuries. Know more:
THE mushroom-like contraptions National Football League players are wearing on their helmets during training camp may look strange, but they’re a part of an ongoing safety experiment the league hopes will lead to a reduction in head injuries.
The league said laboratory research indicates the 12-ounce Guardian Caps result in at least a 10percent reduction in severity of impact to a player’s brain. It says that number climbs to at least 20percent if both players involved in a collision are wearing them. “Adding size to the helmet does the same thing. It’s very difficult to recreate this in a lab. We aren’t sure if this will be a net positive or a net negative.”He questioned whether players are using their heads more now because the Guardian Caps soften the blow—something he believes could be an issue once the caps come off and actual games begin.
“I wouldn’t say they’re aesthetically pleasing, and I think we look a little goofy,” said Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert. “But they’re there for good reason. They did studies with them. Anything to keep us safer, why not do it?Added Tennessee Titans tackle Taylor Lewan: “Honestly, at first I was like, ‘What a stupid looking thing. This is the dumbest looking thing I’ve ever seen.’ But honestly, I’m not gonna lie, it’s kind of nice.
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