The Indiana-based football equipment manufacturer VICIS, which makes the helmet Mahomes was wearing, addressed the bizarre situation Tuesday, explaining how the "extreme conditions" Saturday night ...

So VICIS, the Seattle-­based startup whose football helmets have topped annual safety ratings published by the NFL and NFL Players Association, is turning its attention to the youth market.

The company that makes the helmet for Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes that broke on him during an NFL playoff game has spoken - stating that the protective gear "did it's job".

Instead, he’s sticking with his VICIS ZERO2 MATRIX ID helmet, a model known for its advanced impact reduction, with the NFL even classifying it as “Guardian Cap optional.” It seems this ...