New York Jets Coach Robert Saleh Says He’s Concerned About Using New Protective Helmet Shells
FLORHAM PARK, NJ – New York Jets Coach Robert Saleh expressed concern about the new Helmets, saying the protective shells are causing players to use their helmets more than usual – and he is worried about the potential effects when they removed later in the pre-season.
“I think the spirit of it all is really good. It’s very beneficial… but I think there’s balance in everything, right?” Saleh said Saturday after practice. “Too much of anything is a bad thing.
“I think because the stroke is light, it’s like giving the players a little more use of their heads. I think the first time they took off – anyone who’s played football knows the first time you if you use the helmet tip to come off or you hit the helmet or you have a collision, there’s going to be a shock.. I think if you’re waiting for the first game that shock happens… I don’t who knows, time will tell. it’s just interesting with those Helmets and what exactly are we trying to accomplish.”
Attacking and defensive midfielders, tight frontlines and mandatory defenders wear hats throughout the week of pre-season two. The helmet provides a soft, cushioned outer shell for the helmet. The goal of the NFL is to limit the rate of concussion. Saleh says he’s concerned.
“I’m because I think there’s a necessary adaptation period for the actual pads for what they’re actually going to use in the game,” he said. “So if you’re waiting until the game really feels that way, I think it’ll be interesting to see what kind of feedback we get from players.”
Dr. Allen Sills, the NFL’s Chief Medical Officer, said in a statement: “The brain is not adapted to head impacts. Helmets help mitigate those forces at the time of season when we see them. they are most concentrated.”
No player on the Jets has publicly complained about the limit. The general feeling is that it just takes a while to get used to them.
“It feels a bit heavier,” the defensive part Jermaine Johnson speak. “You feel a little lightheaded. It’s not too bad. As a defensive midfielder, we go out and attack with our hands.”
