*The NFL Guardian Cap NXT version is ONLY for NFL athletes and college linemen - Ordered through a rep only.*
The Guardian Cap is the leading soft shell helmet cover engineered for impact reduction. It brings a padded, soft-shell layer to the outside of the decades old hard-shell helmet and reduces impact of daily hits. Perfect for interior position groups.
The NFL Model has an additional layer of padding (green interior) to accommodate NFL speeds; this adds a few extra ounces that we do not recommend for youth/high school players.
- Reduces impact on an average of 10-20% at NFL speeds
- Augments existing helmets to make them pliable and able to more effectively manage energy, addressing the impact severity of blows.
- Pads blows to knees, hands, abdomen, etc. during Inside Run and position drills.
- Reduces sound and vibrational frequencies.
- Reduces radiant heat up to 20°
- Preserves helmets & decals for gameday.
In 2022, the NFL began mandating Guardian Caps for all 32 NFL teams through the first preseason game for all OL, DL, TEs, and LBs. The result? The Caps "exceeded expectations." Additionally, all NFL players are now permitted to wear Guardian Caps during games for the 2024 season.
No helmet, practice apparatus, or helmet pad can prevent or eliminate the risk of concussions or other serious head injuries while playing sports. Researchers have not reached an agreement on how the results of impact absorption tests relate to concussions. No conclusions about a reduction of risk or severity of concussive injury should be drawn from impact absorption tests.
** The NFL Model has an additional layer of padding (green interior) to accommodate NFL speeds; this adds a few extra ounces that we do not recommend for youth/high school players. The Guardian Cap NXT is ONLY for NFL athletes and college linemen. NXT Caps must be ordered through a rep.
Permitted by the NFHS.
The NFL has mandated Guardian Caps for the 2024 season with expanded use that includes all practices preseason, regular season, and post season that include contact. They have also added Wide Receivers and Defensive Backs to the list of positions mandated to wear Caps which now include: OL, DL, LB, DB, TE, RB, FB, WR.
Warranty
We offer a 6-month Limited Warranty on the Guardian Cap to ensure customer satisfaction and product reliability. This warranty applies only to the original purchaser of the Guardian Cap and is non-transferable. This warranty covers manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for six (6) months from the original purchase date. Caps should be inspected before play.
What Is Covered:
- Defects in materials or workmanship affecting performance or usability.
- Malfunction or failure, including to snaps & straps, due to normal, intended use.
What Is Not Covered:
- Damage resulting from misuse, abuse, or neglect.
- Damage caused by improper installation or unauthorized modifications.
- Cosmetic wear and tear, including scratches, dents, or aesthetic changes.
- Damage from accidents, improper storage, or exposure to extreme conditions.
- Products purchased from unauthorized retailers or sellers.
Warranty Claim Process:
To file a warranty claim Contact Guardian Sports Customer Support with your proof of purchase, description of the issue, and photos (if applicable). Guardian Sports will evaluate the claim and, if approved, repair or replace the Guardian Cap at no charge within six (6) months from the date of purchase. Replacement/repaired Guardian Caps do not extend terms on the original 6-month warranty. The warranty ends six (6) months from the date of purchase of the original Guardian Cap.
*Guardian Caps that are compressed, torn, or broken should not be assumed to have the same reduction in impact as a new Guardian Cap.*
Reduces impact of daily hits. One size fits all. Current Version.
The NFL Guardian Cap NXT version is ONLY for NFL athletes and college linemen and can be ordered through a rep only
Same materials. Same Performance. Sleeker Look. Coming 2025. College + Pro Use Only.
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Permitted by the NFHS. The NFL has mandated Guardian Caps for the 2024 season with expanded use that includes all practices preseason, regular season, and post season that include contact.
Permitted by the NFHS. The NFL has mandated Guardian Caps for the 2024 season with expanded use that includes all practices preseason, regular season, and post season that include contact.
Permitted by the NFHS. The NFL has mandated Guardian Caps for the 2024 season with expanded use that includes all practices preseason, regular season, and post season that include contact.
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Football Guardian Caps NXT (NFL Model)
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*The NFL Guardian Cap NXT version is ONLY for NFL athletes and college linemen and can be ordered through a rep only. Click Here for a Quote
The NFL has mandated Guardian Caps for the 2023 season with expanded use that includes all practices preseason, regular season, and post season that include contact. They have also added Running Backs and Fullbacks to the list of positions mandated to wear Caps which now include: OL, DL, LB, TE, RB, FB. Read here.
In 2022, the NFL began mandating Guardian Caps for all 32 NFL teams through the first preseason game for all OL, DL, TEs, and LBs. The result? The Caps "exceeded expectations."
The Guardian Cap is a padded helmet cover that augments any existing helmet to make it flexible and soft, addressing the impact severity of blows for OL, DL, LB, TE, RB, FB.
Product Info
In 2022, the NFL began mandating Guardian Caps for all 32 NFL teams through the first preseason game for all OL, DL, TEs, and LBs. The result? The Caps "exceeded expectations."
The NFL NXT Model was designed for NFL athletes and college linemen.
The NFL Model has an additional layer of padding (green interior) to accommodate NFL speeds; this adds a few extra ounces that we do not recommend for youth/high school players, so NXT orders are available through a sales rep only.
Reduces impact up to 10-20% at NFL speeds.
"Our engineers at the NFL in conjunction with engineers from the players association have tested these in the laboratory and they found that any blow that happens to the helmet with a Guardian Cap over it reduces the force about 10-15% [at NFL speeds]. So if you imagine putting it on both players, an OL and DL for example, you’ve got an additive effect of over a 20% force reduction.” – Dr. Allen Sills, NFL’s Chief Medical Officer
Perfect for interior position groups. Augments existing helmets to make them pliable and able to more effectively manage energy, addressing the impact severity of blows for OL, DL, LB, TE, RB. FB.
Pads blows to knees, hands, abdomen, etc. during Inside Run and position drills.
Reduces sound and vibrational frequencies.
Insulates heat in direct sunlight.
Preserves helmets & decals for gameday.
Available in Black, Red, Light Silver/White, Vegas Gold, Navy Blue, and Royal Blue.
For our original Guardian Cap worn by youth, high school and college athletes Click Here
Coverage of the NFL in Guardian Caps can be Found Here
Check out our Instagram for in-action shots of Caps!
Team Orders
Contact usfor bulk discounts on team/organization orders, to receive a quote, or to pay via P.O.
Legal
Permitted by the NFHS.
Permitted by the NFL for 2021 practices after testing validated Guardian Caps. Read here
Mandated by the NFL for 2022 training camp. Read here
Warning
No helmet, practice apparatus, or helmet pad can prevent or eliminate the risk of concussions or other serious head injuries while playing sports. Researchers have not reached an agreement on how the results of impact absorption tests relate to concussions. No conclusions about a reduction of risk or severity of concussive injury should be drawn from impact absorption tests.
** The NFL Model has an additional layer of padding (green interior) to accommodate NFL speeds; this adds a few extra ounces that we do not recommend for youth/high school players. The Guardian Cap NXT is ONLY for NFL athletes and college linemen. NXT Caps must be ordered through a rep.
