The Cleveland Browns defense returned to their true form after a hard-fought victory against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday. Leading the team in total tackles and tackles for loss was Browns linebacker Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah.
He seemed to have a confidence boost with his new guardian cap on his helmet. Sunday’s matchup in Jacksonville was the first time that Owusu-Koramoah or any Browns player has worn the guardian cap in a regular season game.
The cap is meant to protect players from severe head injuries that may occur during tackles. “It was smooth; I didn’t feel any of the hits,” said the Browns’ standout linebacker (via ESPN’s Daniel Oyefusi). The cap seems to be a growing trend around the NFL that most likely continue if players like Owusu-Koramoah continue to promote the product. Given the confidence he brought to the field along with his guardian cap, more players will most likely give it a try.
We’ll see if the Cleveland Browns star linebacker returns with his extra protection in Week 3 against the New York Giants.