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Image of Mouth Shield Revealed for NFL Helmets to Combat Spread of COVID-19

The Oakley Mouth Shield was unveiled Monday as an addition for NFL helmets in an attempt to reduce the spread of COVID-19 during the 2020 season.

Tim McManus

A first look at the Oakley Mouth Shield, which is being shipped out to NFL teams this week in hopes of protecting players from COVID-19. https://t.co/ubrwi6iOfr

According to Tim McManus of ESPN, the NFL is expected to distribute the shields to all 32 teams this week for testing and the league's medical experts are advocating for their use, although there is currently no mandate for players to use them.