Use during games will be optional. The cap is a padded, soft-shell layer that attaches to the outside of the hard-shell football helmets, which is said to reduce the severity of impact blows to ...

An NFL rule change will allow players to wear Guardian Cap safety helmets ... the NFL's chief football administrative officer, said in an April 9 webinar that the helmets would be permitted ...

Additionally, there are new helmets ... Caps to players at every position except quarterback and specialists. News of the NFL rule change for game days was first reported by Pro Football Talk.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The NFL announced on Friday that it will give players the option to wear Guardian Caps on their helmets during the regular season. The league hopes this can enhance player ...