American football has really grown in recent years, not only from a fan perspective, but also from a player and official leaders. Safety is the most important topic discussed in any sport, but it is essential in football, especially because of the way the game is played with all the tackling and hits. It's really important not only that the players are safe, but also that the officials ensure that safety. Players and officials play a key role in making football safe and interesting to watch for fans, as well as a great experience for players. As noted in the Denver Post, players are supposed to play by the rules...coaches are supposed to teach...and game officials must insist on the rules. Football, in the NFL, is safer than it has ever been because of the rules, penalties and equipment. Firstly, the rules enforced are a great way to make the game safe for players. There are rules like not being allowed to approach certain manners. For example, if you attack someone from behind by pulling them, this is considered an illegal tackle. It is also said to be illegal for someone to put on another person's mask during a tackle. There are many other rules that are enforced in the game. Another rule is: head to head is not allowed. Basically, you can't attack someone by contacting your helmet with the opposing player. This rule makes it very safe because it reduces the number of head and neck injuries. The head is the key part of the human body. When someone hits another player with the helmet on the head, it reduces the risk of concussion and it can lead to serious and severe bodily failures, especially being...... middle of paper .. ....Works Cited"2013 Player Health and Safety Report. 2013 Player Health and Safety Report. National Football League, nd Web. November 10, 2013. (Magazine) “Equipment Safety in the football.” Personal interview November 13, 201. (Interview)Kremer, Andrea. “Game health: Brain injuries beyond concussions.” NFL.com Np. Online video) Legwold, Jeff. "In the name of player safety, NFL begins enforcing rules on illegal hits." )Mon, Mary K. “For equipment managers, taking inventory and ensuring safety are the keys to success | Youth football | American football | National governing body of football." American Football. Np, October 15, 2012. Web. November 10, 2013. (Online article) "NFL Sunday". Television program)