George Kittle's strange helmet

[46zilzal]

George Kittle is back and he’s switched into a new helmet: the Vicis Zero2 Trench. He previously wore the Riddell Speedflex.

The Vicis Zero2 Trench is the first position-specific helmet on the market and built for lineman. The Zero2 Trench is a version of the regular Zero2 but with an extra frontal pad. This unique pad is built to protect against the low-velocity impacts lineman experience every snap. Being one of the best blocking TEs in football, this helps cushion the blows that Kittle faces when blocking. It’s definitely a strange looking helmet but also the most protective lid out there according to the NFLPA and the VT Helmet Rating Scale.

[thaskalos]

You have a mania for the unimportant.

[JustRalph]

Originally Posted by thaskalos

You have a mania for the unimportant.

Thask!

[Someday Silent]

Originally Posted by 46zilzal

George Kittle is back and he’s switched into a new helmet: the Vicis Zero2 Trench. He previously wore the Riddell Speedflex.

The Vicis Zero2 Trench is the first position-specific helmet on the market and built for lineman. The Zero2 Trench is a version of the regular Zero2 but with an extra frontal pad. This unique pad is built to protect against the low-velocity impacts lineman experience every snap. Being one of the best blocking TEs in football, this helps cushion the blows that Kittle faces when blocking. It’s definitely a strange looking helmet but also the most protective lid out there according to the NFLPA and the VT Helmet Rating Scale.

There's so much science behind this sport. I learn something new every day.

[Dave Schwartz]

Originally Posted by thaskalos

You have a mania for the unimportant.

Which brought me to an equally important question...

Who was in the 49ers All Initial Backfield back in the early '60s?

I've got:
YA Tittle
RC Owens
JD Smith

Can't recall the 4th.

[46zilzal]

see if this helps Dave
https://www.pro-football-reference.c...960_roster.htm

[Dave Schwartz]

Yep.

CR Roberts was #4.

But played behind "The King."
(Who just died, BTW.)

No wonder I didn't get it.

[46zilzal]

I fondly recall Kezar Stadium...

[myohmyjustify]

Was Hugh McElhenny the other back or did he leave the 49ers earlier?


Y.A. Tittle was with the NY Giants in 1961 fwiw

[Dave Schwartz]

Originally Posted by myohmyjustify

Was Hugh McElhenny the other back or did he leave the 49ers earlier?


Y.A. Tittle was with the NY Giants in 1961 fwiw

Yes, He was known as "The King."