Will Guardian Caps solve football's concussion problem?

The NFL Is Trying                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 August 18, 2024 Good evening, it is Sunday, August 18, and we're covering the the NFL’s attempt to crack down on concussions with this technology, why buying a house got that much harder, financial tips & much more!! First time reading? Sign up here. American Fact of the Day! On August 18, 1920, the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was certified, granting women the right to vote. This landmark decision marked a significant milestone in the women's suffrage movement and expanded voting rights in the United States. Breaking Updates Will Guardian Caps solve football's concussion problem? The NFL is trying. Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor recently became one of the most notable NFL players to wear a Guardian Cap during a game. As the NFL begins its 2024-2025 season, this marks the first time players are permitted to use these specialized helmet covers during actual games. Taylor, who already wears the Guardian Cap in practice, is experimenting with it during the preseason to determine if it impacts his performance. Despite only experiencing a limited number of snaps, he reported that the cap did not alter his game experience, feeling similar to practice. The Guardian Cap, developed by Erin and Lee Hanson, is a padded, soft-shell cover designed to fit over football helmets, aiming to reduce impact forces. It provides an extra layer of cushioning that can absorb up to 33% of impact energy, theoretically decreasing the force transferred to the player's head. Although NFL research indicates that the cap can lower impact forces by 10% to 25%, the effectiveness of Guardian Caps in preventing concussions or chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) remains uncertain. Studies have shown mixed results, with some suggesting minimal impact on concussion risk reduction. Despite these uncertainties, there is hope that the Guardian Caps could help mitigate acute head injuries. The NFL has seen a slight drop in concussion rates, and while data on the caps’ long-term effects is still inconclusive, the intention is to reduce the frequency of concussive events, which could potentially lower the risk of developing CTE. As more players adopt the caps, their impact on player safety will become clearer, with ongoing debates about their effectiveness and acceptance within the football community. 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