Every time a new concussion tool in the NFL catches the attention of the national public, it also catches the eye of sports medicine professionals who study said tool's effects on health and safety.

New helmet protection arrived to the National Football League. The NFL announced before the 2024 season that Guardian Caps could be worn by players during regular-season games, a first for the league.

NFL uniforms have been marked by a distinct piece of equipment in recent years. Helmets have changed markedly over the years. The past was defined by leather-bound helms caked in brown and stitching.

For the last three seasons, NFL players league-wide have sported a different look on game days. Guardian Caps – attached like a cover over the player's helmet – were tested during training camp in ...

In an effort to reduce head injuries, the NFL authorized the use of Guardian Caps during games in 2024. Since their introduction, Guardian Caps have received mixed reviews on and off the field. Check ...

New helmet protection arrived to the National Football League. The NFL announced before the new season it authorized Guardian Caps to be used during regular-season games, a first for the league.

Guardian Caps are a brand of soft-shell helmet covers that slip over a helmet's hard plastic shell. Five universities have published studies on Guardian Caps since 2023. Only one study focuses solely ...