NFL Uniform Rules & Regulations
General Uniform Rules | Uniform Fines | Inspectors
Head & Helmet Rules | Shirt & Jersey Rules | Arms & Sleeves Rules
Hands & Wrists Rules |
Waist & Belt Rules | Pants & Shorts Rules
Socks Rules | Shoe Rules
Head & Helmet Rules:
- Players on the field must wear a helmet.
- Chin straps must be completely buckled, and must be white in color.
- Bandanas or "do-rags" are prohibited. Only league-licensed skullcaps are permitted.
- Helmet visors / eye shields require a doctor's examination, plus an examination by a separate NFL doctor.
- Players and equipment managers of the offending club are subject to fines for players that wear unapproved eye shields.
- Mouth guards are not required.
Example Head & Helmet Violation:
Where does all the NFL fine money go?
According to the NFL bylaws, all fines collected throughout the season must be divided evenly between organizations dedicated to the betterment of humanity. The following four organizations are not-for-profits whose focus is helping people both in and outside the NFL:
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