NFL players will be forced to wear these starting in 2013

We had no idea players weren’t already required to wear knee and thigh pads, but apparently they are currently optional. That will change in 2013 after the NFL passed a new rule.

https://twitter.com/#!/AdamSchefter/status/204960445168226304

https://twitter.com/#!/TraSPN/status/204971414837669888

https://twitter.com/#!/JeffDarlington/status/204966668596805632

It’s safe to assume defensive backs and wide receivers won’t be too happy to hear the news. Wearing pads will undoubtedly slow them down a bit and take away from their on-field swag.

https://twitter.com/#!/gridballers/status/204643814906933249

https://twitter.com/#!/DParrPFW/status/204961287300591616