How to Customize Football Eye Shields

Eye shields are an important piece of protective equipment for linemen in football, because it's very easy for fingers to slip through the face mask and gouge eyes during the back-and-forth at the line of scrimmage. While the size of a player's eye shield depends on the size of the helmet, there are other ways to customize yours so that you stand out from the rest of the field.

Things You'll Need

  • Eye shield decals
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Instructions

    • 1

      Find decals with the color and brand that you like. Nike is just one of the many manufacturers that offer these see-through decals in a variety of colors to match your team gear.

    • 2

      Remove the eye shield from your helmet, or take it out from the packaging if you've just bought it. Read the decal instructions, as they may vary somewhat by manufacturer.

    • 3

      Apply the sticker to your eye shield following the provided directions, taking care to avoid wrinkling, as that can obstruct your vision. Put the eye shield back in your helmet and try it on, making sure that your vision is still clear.