NFL says concussions among players who wore Helmets over summer have dropped by more than 50%

According to data released Wednesday, concussions among NFL players required to wear Guardian Cap devices have fallen by more than 50% this summer compared to the average three years earlier.

For the first time, the league requires the offensive line-up, defense, wingers and defenders to wear Helmets during practice from the start of training camp through to the second pre-season game – period in which the rate of concussions in history has been high. There were 11 tremors between those position groups during that time. Six of them were due to mask exposure not covered by the Protective Helmet.

The average over the previous three years for players in those positions during that time period was 23 concussions.

The concussions among players in other positions have remained flat, said Jeff Miller, the NFL’s executive vice president of communications, public affairs and policy.

“The cap’s performance exceeded our expectations for the number of shocks,” says Miller.

About 200 players continued to wear Helmets after the mission was over.

The NFL will work through the season, in conjunction with the NFL Players Association, to Address feedback from players, equipment managers, and coaches. Miller admits yes some problems with fit and sizing but expressed optimism that they could be resolved with the manufacturer.

No final decisions have been made on the use of Helmets in 2023 and beyond.

“We want to work our way through those comments before we’re ready to make a commitment for next season,” Miller said. “We’re really pleased with how it’s going and are optimistic that a device like this will improve the health and safety of our athletes. But what exactly it looks like, I’m sure. think we need some time and a fair amount of conversation before we get to that point.”