Steelers receiver Germie Bernard to wear Guardian Cap throughout season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 5:34 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
Germie Bernard, a rookie receiver for the Pittsburgh Steelers, has confirmed he will wear a Guardian Cap for the entire season. He shared this decision during an appearance on the Not Just Football with Cam Heyward podcast, emphasizing the importance of safety and the potential long-term benefits. The Guardian Cap is increasingly used among players for added protection against head trauma. The NFL has allowed its use during games, though players may weigh safety against aesthetics.
- •Bernard will wear the Guardian Cap all season for safety.
- •He discussed his decision on Not Just Football with Cam Heyward.
- •The Guardian Cap has become more common in NFL practices and games.
- •Bernard's choice emphasizes concerns about long-term brain health.
- 5:34 PMYahoo Sports — Steelers WR Germie Bernard will use the Guardian Cap all season
"With another study underscoring the long-term risks of head trauma, more players may decide to add a Guardian Cap to their helmets.
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