Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Najee Goode recently tested a new helmet in preparation for a preseason game.
Walking out to the practice field with coach Doug Pederson, Goode slapped his hands on the sides of the helmet and said, “Got the VICIS! Concussion proof, man! Going to try it out.”
Pederson jokingly responded: “Just don’t fall over while you’re wearing it,” suggesting the larger helmet made him look top-heavy.
The VICIS helmet, which was rated No. 1 for reducing head impact severity by the NFL and NFL Players Association, includes a shell designed to give way when a player is hit in the head and absorb the impact like a car bumper.