Guardian Caps Worn in College Games: 2026 Season
Across college football, a growing number of athletes are taking player safety into their own hands by choosing to wear custom decaled Guardian Caps XT 2.0 and NXT 2.0 in games, not just at practice. Top programs across the country have already made Guardian Caps a staple during preseason and practice. Now, 16+ College Football players are bringing Guardian Caps to their gameday gear lineup.
Their decision reflects a shift in mindset across college football, where awareness around head safety and long-term health is driving players to prioritize protection not just in practice, but at every level of play.
NCAA Players Wearing Guardian Caps in Games
Ahmad Miller – RB #22, Syracuse
Ansel Din-Mbuh – DT #92, TCU
Darris Smith – E #19, Missouri
DeAndre Moore Jr. – WR #3, Colorado
Dominic Lolesio – DL #42, U Arizona
Jadon Porter – WR #3, Baylor
Jamarrion Harkless – DL #7, Kentucky
Jason Hammon – DT #91, Virginia
Kam Franklin –DE #5, Ole Miss
Kyle Peterson – Safety #28, WSU
Marquise Thorpe-Taylor – OL #55, Fresno State
Michael Patterson – DB #19, Texas State
Michael Turner – RB #23, Baylor
Tavion Gasdon – DL #94,Kentucky
Tony Livingston – TE #10, Baylor
Trajen Greco – Safety #4, Missouri
Tyrique Tucker – DL #95, Indiana
William Sanders – OL #70, Alabama
Yahya Attia – OL #59, Colorado
