Tom Brady Explains Why He Still Doesn't Really Like New Helmets

Antonio Brown isn't the only NFL superstar who's not a fan of the new helmets.

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady shares his disdain for the newer models, saying that it's hard to get used to a helmet that's "a pound heavier" than the one that he's worn for his entire career.

He tried a new helmet last year, but switched back to the old one early in the season. This year, he'll have no choice but to abandon the Riddell helmet that he's favored throughout his career. Though he hasn't filed any grievances with the league like Brown has, his frustration is palpable.

"It's 25 percent heavier on your head," he said to NBC Sports Boston's Tom E. Curran. "I mean, add 25 percent to everything. Add 25 percent to your pen, or 25 percent smaller keys on your keyboard, and you tell me how that feels."

There's something to be said about comfort in this league for players at skill positions like Brown and Brady. Their jobs on the gridiron demand mobility, quick-twitch movement and focus. They can't be bogged down worrying whether or not their heads feel comfortable.

But ultimately, safety triumphs over comfort. While adding some weight to the helmets in order to make them more protective may not feel good, it will at least decrease the chance of severe head injuries.

Brady and the rest of his fellow players have dutifully committed to donning the new helmets, but that doesn't mean they're going to like them.