The NFL is launching a contest to challenge engineers and manufacturers to design better helmets. (Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
Thursday, Sept. 12, 2019 — A roundup of some of the key sports technology news you need to know, including SportTechie’s own content and stories from around the web.
- The NFL has launched a design contest to spur engineers and manufacturers to create prototypes for safer helmets. The NFL Helmet Challenge will last 18 months and will offer a $1 million prize. Applicants will have access to resources provided by the NFL, including $2 million in grant funding, league video review data, models of modern helmets, and an updated methodology for helmet testing that is slated to be introduced next year.