NFL for the past few seasons has been working really hard to lessen concussions on the field and better protect it's players from head trauma by changing rules left and right. However, I was listening to Sirius NFL radio the other day and this little tidbit of information came across. NFL helmet usage
Really? This is something that could have been and can be a quick and easy fix without making any rule or play style alterations.
Note: I understand this study was done after the season, but helmet safety has been a league issue for a while now. Perhaps they should be testing these helmets before they allow them on the field and enact some equipment rules to protect the players?
Also, Riddell no longer produces this helmet, but I wonder how many high schools and colleges have purchased this "NFL-Level" product?