Brain Protection

I came across this post today and found it very timely as we approach the Super Bowl. An industrial design engineer has designed a new prototype helmet that is said to significantly reduce concussions. Many attempts at this have been made but the players just refuse to wear the helmets because they are so ugly. As an outsider this seems ridiculous that a player would choose his looks over protecting his brain but you have to understand these are FOOTBALL players and they have "reputation" of badassness to keep up.

Unlike others, this helmet looks legit and has panels where different colors can be swapped out. The design idea came from the old helmets of the 40's and 50's called MacGregor. That was back in the day where you kept playing as long as you could run and run straight. Safety of the brain ranked last in importance behind making sure the kickers shoelaces stayed tied.

Fans who have had their fantasy seasons ruined due to concussions from their players need to contain their excitement, this helmet is only in the design phase and has a lot of hurdles to navigate before it becomes field ready. But, this is the best designed helmet that has come along in the last ten years. If anyone is out there who works for Riddell or Schutt, give this guy a call ASAP.

The faster this helmet is put on the field the less we will see QB's and WR's walking off the field dazed and confused. Maybe then we can get rid of some of the ridiculous rules the NFL has for protecting the QB's. Or on a negative note, if Brett Favre gets a hold of one of these helmets he may play till he is 50. Watch out Jenn Sterger.