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Quick Quiz: Game Day Safety

Posted on 2/7/2025 by Lion Technology Inc.

In football, one of the defensive positions is called the “safety.” There are commonly two safeties on the field for the defense, called the:






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There are two safety positions in the NFL: the free safety and the strong safety. The free safety is typically smaller and plays closer to the back of the defense. The strong safety is typically a bit larger and plays closer to the ball.

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There are two safety positions in the NFL: the free safety and the strong safety. The free safety is typically smaller and plays closer to the back of the defense. The strong safety is typically a bit larger and plays closer to the ball.

Up until the 2000s, this equipment was made of hard plastic and foam, resulting in players dehydrating more quickly than in today’s equipment.






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In the early 2000s, new synthetic fibers were incorporated in protective gear, to make lighter, cooler shoulder pads.

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In the early 2000s, new synthetic fibers were incorporated in protective gear, to make lighter, cooler shoulder pads.

In part due to safety concerns, most players may not move during kickoffs until the ball is caught or hits the ground. Who is permitted to move throughout the play?






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According to the NFL's dynamic kickoff rule explainer, only the kicker and two returners are permitted to move before the ball is caught or hits the ground.

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According to the NFL's dynamic kickoff rule explainer, only the kicker and two returners are permitted to move before the ball is caught or hits the ground.

Including neurotrauma consultants, medical liaisons, and athletic trainers, how many medical personnel are present on an average NFL gameday?






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On average, there are 30 healthcare providers at a stadium on game day to provide immediate care to players, including: 3 Unaffiliated Neurotrauma Consultants, Visiting Team Medical Liaisons, Booth ATC Spotters.

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On average, there are 30 healthcare providers at a stadium on game day to provide immediate care to players, including: 3 Unaffiliated Neurotrauma Consultants, Visiting Team Medical Liaisons, Booth ATC Spotters.

Whose responsibility is it to keep NFL players safe?






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Safety is a shared responsibility in professional sports. It is the NFL's duty to continue to make the game safer with new rules and technology, the coach's responsibility to design smart plays and instill good habits, and the player's responsibility to protect themselves and their teammates, as well as play within the rules that protect their opponents.

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Safety is a shared responsibility in professional sports. It is the NFL's duty to continue to make the game safer with new rules and technology, the coach's responsibility to design smart plays and instill good habits, and the player's responsibility to protect themselves and their teammates, as well as play within the rules that protect their opponents.

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