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The outerwear for the NFL includes pants, socks, cleats, helmet and mask and the mouth guard. Protective under uniform gear includes back and rib plates, shoulder pads, neck rolls, knee and elbow pads. The athletic supporter or cup is one of the most important parts of the uniform.
No, football players no longer wear cups because the are faster and more comfortable without them. Also cups mainly protect you from injuries caused by high-velocity impacts such as baseballs and hockey pucks.
jockstraps
A lot of high school football players wear a cup because they are concerned about getting hit in their sensitive area. I do not think that most professional football players wear a cup, however; I think that they just wear a regular jockstrap without a cup. If you are a teenager and are concerned about getting hit in your sensitive area when you play football, then you should wear a cup so you feel secure.
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Do NFL players where cups?
NFL Players wear cups. As a former NFL player, I got out of the league in 2007 and now play Arena ball, you would be crazy not to wear a cup. There are some teams that don't (I think the Eagles for the most part don't) but 90% of other players wear cups.
Other than a jockstraps do football players wear underwear while they play?
They wear compression shorts (spandex) with pockets in them so the can put their cup in it
What year did hockey players wear a cup?
1934
How many one cup of coffee players in nfl history?
According to Ripleley's Believe It or not there have been 1215 players in NFL history who were a "cup of coffee", an athlete who plays in only one game during his professional career
Do pitchers and catchers have to wear two cups sometimes for more protection and what is the best cup to buy?
Pitchers and catchers typically wear a single athletic cup for protection. However, some players may choose to wear an additional layer of protection for extra safety. When it comes to choosing the best cup, it is important to look for a cup that fits comfortably and securely. Cups made of durable materials like hard plastics are often recommended for maximum protection. Brands like Shock Doctor, Diamond MMA, and NuttyBuddy are popular choices among athletes for their quality and protection.
Are athletic supporters used in baseball?
No, what is used is called a "cup" ... a rather solid piece of hard plastic that helps to protect the male genitals. I haven't the foggiest idea what female baseball players wear for protection.
How many pads does a football player wears?
It depends a little on the player and position, but there are 10 basic pieces of equipment helmet, shoulder pads, a tailbone pad, 2 hip pads, 2 thigh pads, 2 knee pads, and a cup. Mouthguards are pretty much necessary, but not really a pad. Outside of that some players also opt to wear flack jackets, back and/or sternum plates, neck rolls, forearm pads. Some players do not wear a cup. (As a point of reference, virtually every major league baseball player wears a cup, while most NFL players do not.)
Why do football players have big bulges in groin area?
Because they are wearing protection there to keep that part of their anatomy safe.
What kinds of pads do football players wear?
They wear many.... you have your basic shoulder pads, knee pads, hip pads,thigh pads tail bone pads and your cup.
Why do world cup referees wear different colors?
Because they need to distinguish themselves from the players on the pitch to avoid interfering in play.
What sports in Australia uses a cup for protection?
Cricketers in Australia use a cup for protection.
Which country refused to enter the 1950 world cup because the players would have to wear football boots?
It was India, their only time they reached it.
