So, I got really curious the other day about how much those helmets that NFL quarterbacks wear actually cost. I mean, those guys are getting tackled left and right, so their helmets gotta be top-notch, right? I started digging around to find out.
First, I checked out some regular NFL helmets, like the ones you can buy as a fan. I found this one called the Riddell NFL Authentic Helmet, and it was priced at around $359.99. Not too bad, I guess, for a piece of official gear. But, I doubt the pros are using these.
Then, I stumbled upon something called the VICIS Zero2 QB Elite Helmet. Apparently, it’s pretty high-tech. The website listed it at $899.99! That’s a lot more than the replica helmets, which makes sense since it’s probably designed for serious protection. I thought there were probably many options, so I kept searching.
I also heard about this Riddell Precision Fit helmet that’s custom-made for each player. They scan your head and everything! That one goes for $1200, plus a $550 setup fee. I guess if you want that perfect fit it comes with a price. And they said to add on several hundred more for the radio in a quarterback’s helmet. Geez!
Then I read that some used helmets can be cheaper, like somewhere between $300 and $1,500. It depends on a bunch of stuff, like the brand, the model, and what features it has. If it’s used by someone famous, like Tom Brady, the price can be a whopping $10,000. And it said that a full build can cost from $200 to $1,000. Crazy!
After all that searching, I realized that the cost of an NFL quarterback helmet really varies. There are all sorts of options out there, from basic ones to super fancy custom jobs. Each week, the workers will strip off and replace the helmet decals, clean the shells with an SOS pad, and polish them with Future floor wax. It’s all about what the player needs and how much they’re willing to spend. Pretty interesting stuff, huh?
