In an effort to make the game safer, especially during padded practices throughout training camp, the NFL is taking the next steps toward getting approval for expansion of Guardian Cap requirements around the league.
According to Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer, the NFL is moving forward in pursuit of approval to expand the Guardian Cap requirements to cover defensive backs and wide receivers this season. In the past, positions where contact happens often, such as on the offensive and defensive lines, were required to wear the Guardian Caps after the league passed a resolution to use them in March 2022 at the annual NFL owners meetings.