NFL Introduces Seven New Helmets for 2025, Bans Seven Outdated Models

The league’s latest safety advancements aim to reduce concussions, though 30% of players still wear lesser-performing helmets.

Seven new top-performing helmet models have been introduced for the 2025 NFL season, incorporating advanced safety features like head scans and adjustable padding.
Seven outdated helmet models have been prohibited after failing to meet updated safety standards, reflecting rapid advancements in helmet technology.
Laboratory and on-field data confirm that players using top-performing helmets experience significantly lower concussion rates compared to those in lesser-performing models.
Despite improvements, approximately 30% of players continue to use helmets that are not in the top-performing category, increasing their risk of injury.
The NFL and NFLPA collaborate annually to test helmets using position-specific methodologies, ensuring equipment meets the unique safety needs of different player roles.