In 2021, the NFL approved rule changes allowing alternate helmets with throwback uniforms.The use of a second helmet was dropped in 2013 over concerns that wearing more than one helmet might not be safe for players.
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Black on black on black. The Carolina Panthers already had black jerseys and pants in the team closet. Now they've added the black helmet.
Red alert in Houston. The Houston Texans have been around since 2002. In that time, they've only worn dark blue headgear. That will change this season. The team announced the "Battle Red" helmet to be worn on Nov. 3 against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Pat Patriots is back. The New England Patriots will bring back their red uniforms and white helmets with the classic "Pat Patriot" logo . This was the franchise's first uniform, starting in 1960.