Football helmet

AssetID: 87728217 / {Hemera Technologies} / Football helmet A football helmet is a protective device used primarily in American football and Canadian football . It consists of a hard plastic top with thick padding on the inside, a face mask made of one or more rubber coated metal bars, and a chinstrap. Some players add polycarbonate visors to their helmets, which are used to protect eyes from glare and impacts. Helmets are a requirement at all levels of organized football, except for non-tackle variations such as flag football . Although they are protective, players can and do still suffer head injuries such as a concussion . Each position has a different type of face mask to balance protection and visibility. This page is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, anyone associated with the topic.