INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis Colts tight end Kylen Granson wore a Guardian Cap over his helmet during the preseason and plans to continue doing so in the regular season to further protect his brain from long-term damage.
“At one point people thought seatbelts were f—ing stupid,” Granson told The Athletic on Thursday. “Why wouldn’t I (wear it)? Just because it looks silly? I feel like health and safety is more important than aesthetics.”
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After Granson’s comments went viral, the four-year pro explained his position even further in an Instagram video Friday. Granson and hundreds of other NFL players began wearing Guardian Caps, essentially soft-shell pads attached to their helmets, when the NFL
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