Marino’s new rib protector is a 125-gauge plastic encasement, and the inch- thick air-impact system disburses a hit anywhere on the device 360 degrees around the jacket.

The NFL has no guidelines as to what brands of flak jackets, or rib protectors, are to be worn under a player’s uniform. Vick has been apparently using Unequal’s padding since suffering a rib ...

While some fans are disappointed in the CFB 26 player models and flak jackets, there is still a lot of excitement around the game's release. CFB 26 is scheduled to be released on July 10.

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick said that his ribs are "still sore" and that in order to better protect them from further injury, he will wear a different flak jacket, reports The ...

A photo of Michael Vick in a rib flak jacket captures attention and sparks discussions on safety.

Thanks to advances in technology, Vito said the material protects but still allows for a mobile quarterback like Vick to feel light. Each rib protector weighs approximately three ounces, Vito said.

The jacket is bigger than previous models but Vito says that because of advances in technology, it won't limit Vick's mobility due to extra bulk or heft. And while Unequal Technologies claims that ...

Trent Richardson might think he's Superman. Just in case, the Browns are going to have him wear a flak jacket to guard his ribs.

Trent Richardson might think he's Superman. Just in case, the Browns are going to have him wear a flak jacket to guard his ribs.

The maker of Michael Vick's protective vest has guaranteed that the star quarterback will not get hurt.