Daniel Skuta - Gridiron Safety Tips

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Gridiron Safety Tips

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Former Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Dan Skuta enjoyed
success in the game at each level of the sport – proving
himself a contributor and devoted teammate in high
school, college and each year of his nine-season NFL
career.

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And as an accomplished player, Daniel Skuta came
to know and appreciate the rules of football safety
– those so critical to protecting the health and
furthering the careers of everyone on the field.

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Before marching onto the field and experiencing the
thrill of competition, it’s important to:
• Know and wear the right protective gear
• Warm and stretch before game time
• Know the rules

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Know and wear the right protective gear
the helmets, pads, mouthguards, gloves and
rolls essential to reducing injury and staying safe
on the field.

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Warm and stretch before game time
No matter how long you’ve played, it’s critical to
engage in the stretching and warmup exercises
essential to reducing stiffness, improving flexibility
and avoiding strain and injury.

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Know the rules
Plays like tripping, blocking below the knees, grabbing
the facemask and making helmet-to-helmet contact are
illegal for a reason. Knowing those rules is key to
protecting yourself and others throughout the course of
play.