Former Bills DB Mark Kelso backs company developing helmet cap

Published: Apr 30, 2014 at 05:14 AM

Wednesday's health and safety news from the world of football:

Erie County Times interviewed former Buffalo Bills safety Mark Kelso, who said his career was extended by using a soft-padded helmet extension called the ProCap. He is working with a company that is developing soft-padded technology for helmets.

Despite a rash of injuries last season, Fox Sports Southwest reported that the Dallas Cowboys do not plan on changing their training routine.

49ers.com talked to general manager Trent Baalke about the power and the pitfalls of social media used by players.

KTTC-TV in Rochester, Minn., reported that the Mayo Clinic is opening a new wing devoted to athletic training and nutrition.

Medical Xpress reported that a study that sheds new light on sports-related brain injuries.

KOSA-TV in Odessa, Texas, reported that nearby Fort Stockton students in athletic activities will be subject to random drug tests.

-- Bill Bradley, contributing editor

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