Eyeshield

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An eyeshield, also referred to as a visor, is a piece of gridiron football equipment that was invented in the 1980s.^[2] In the mid 1990s, as an effort to prevent brain and head injuries, headgear became mandatory in the game of football.^[3] The eyeshield was created to protect the eyes of football players during games and practices. It is a curved piece of plastic that attaches to the front of a football helmet. Safety equipment such as the facemask, eyeshields, and other face shields have been adopted over time to prevent player injury. The eyeshield leaves the mouth exposed, but covers the eyes and nose.^[4] The piece of equipment is made from various materials and by many different brands. Only clear eyeshields are permitted for use in high school football games because eyes need to be seen while checking for a concussion. For college-level players, the eyeshield may be tinted for players with eye problems.^[5]