The NFL does a great job of making the game as safe as they possibly can for their players. Concussion researchers have been brought on and make this a constant battle to keep athletes from experiencing head trauma.
There are currently four helmet manufacturers that supply the league with headgear. They are Riddell and Schutt, plus newcomers Xenith and VICIS.
Ideas are essential in coming up the latest gear such as new materials. Today’s helmets are technological marvels compared to leather headgear or even the early plastic hats.
The NFL has invested quite a bit on the research of what is best for players to wear.