Colts' Jonathan Taylor explains decision to wear Guardian Cap during preseason

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor has found himself as the de facto poster child for the NFL’s Guardian Cap.

After allowing players to wear the protective helmet padding during practice last year, the NFL is letting players wear them during games this year if they desire, and Taylor has taken the league up on that offer.

During an appearance on FanDuel TV’s “Up & Adams,” the 25-year-old running back explained why he chose to do so.

“No. 1, we practice in it all the time and now they’re asking guys do you want to wear it during the season?” Taylor said. “My thought was it’s hard to tell. I haven’t played in a game with it. That’s going to be the true ultimate test. So, this preseason I’ve been able to wear it throughout these games, just trying to test it out and see does it affect your game? Does it not? Does it inhibit me from being able to complete my job at a high level? I’m going to keep wearing it throughout the preseason and make that evaluation, but it’s hard to tell without live game action.”