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The early helmets made were made of soft leather and didn't really protect the head.
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This was the first soft leather helmet made.
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They added more padding to the helmet and they added the strap harness to reduce impact energy.
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They added more and harder leather to the helmet and they also added a facemask to protect the face.
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They made the first plastic helmet and they added internal padding to protect the head more. They also added the single bar facemask.
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The Cleveland Browns were the first team to wear these radio helmets.
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They made energy absorbing helmets to reduce head injuries. Riddell added air bladders to soften impact.
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They created visors to put on helmets to protect your face and eyes more.
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They created the polycarbonate helmet to make it lighter and more durable than the plastic helmets.
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The helmet focuses on safety, but is considered stylish. The padding made of thermoplastic urethane keeps players cool by circulating air.
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The new helmet is safer, more comfortable, and immediately promoted by pro athletes.
