Football helmets have come a long way since the days of the leatherheads, but there's obviously still some work to be done ...

Over the years, helmets have evolved significantly—from early 20th-century leather caps to the modern plastic versions ... soft-shell helmet to enhance safety in football. However, the idea ...

A University of Wisconsin helmet gave me pause. The cardinal W of our mutual alma mater reminded me of cherished times there. The pockmarked plastic reminded me of football’s consequences.