Antonio Brown never wears the same gameday cleats twice. DeAngelo Williams has to wiggle into his custom-tailored jersey. And the Pittsburgh Steelers have a room containing what must be the world's tallest stack of Nike cleats. These are just some of the cool things you'll see and learn when you watch a new video on DICK'S Sporting Goods "453 and a Half" blog.
The footage gives you a behind-the-scenes look at the Steelers' locker room, guided by the team's assistant equipment manager, Patrick Noone. Along the way Noone dishes some interesting facts about the team's day-to-day operations, including how they test helmets to ensure their players' safety.
Noone also offers insight into a few of the players' idiosyncrasies—e.g., Brown's new-shoe-for-every-game fetish contrasted with linemen who wear their cleats until they come apart at the seams.
Kneeling next to a box of footwear, Noone tells "453 and a Half," They'll wear the shoe into the ground. They'll wear it until it breaks. Sometimes you feel better when it breaks, because then they have to switch it up."
The astonishing collection of apparel, jerseys and gear Noone shows off is a must-see for any fan of the black and gold, but even those who dislike the Steelers will find this insider's view of NFL life intriguing. Check it out at "453 and a Half" today.
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