Experts Seek New Heat Rules for Football Linemen
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Experts Seek New Heat Rules for Football Linemen

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As football practices begin with unusually high temperatures, experts are advocating for revised heat safety protocols specifically tailored to protect linemen. These players are disproportionately affected by heatstroke during practice and games.

Two organizations are calling for a new approach to prevent heatstroke in football players, particularly linemen. According to the source, linemen account for 90% of heatstroke deaths in both high school and college football. The timing of this call coincides with the start of football practices occurring amidst hotter-than-normal temperatures.

The organizations are pushing for changes because of the unique risks faced by those who play on the offensive and defensive lines.

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