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Used ( 43 ) Shoulder Pads
Vamezquita
Used ( 43 ) Shoulder Pads
$1,000
Retail price: $2,200
Used Youth Schutt Rib Protector
GreatLakeSports
Small Schutt (Used) Shoulder Pads
SLS102411
Small Schutt (Used) Shoulder Pads
$43$5015%
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Retail price: $70
Used Small Schutt Shoulder Pads
Redi
Used Small Schutt Shoulder Pads
$60
Retail price: $200
Used Medium Adult Schutt Shoulder Pads
ThePlayersCloset
Used Adult Schutt 02 Pro Shoulder Pads
Sm16simba

There are two styles of football shoulder pads: cantilevered and noncantilevered. Cantilevered shoulder pads are typically used by offensive linemen, linebackers, and sometimes defensive linemen. They are bigger to protect the shoulders during blocking and tackling. Noncantilevered shoulder pads are smaller and lighter than cantilevered ones. The padding covers the collarbone to allow for a larger range of motion. Quarterbacks, receivers, and youth players prefer this type of padding.

Properly fitting shoulder pads should sit comfortably on your shoulders and give you roughly 1" of padding on your shoulder. They should completely cover your upper shoulders and sternum and not pinch your collarbone or neck.

If properly cared for, football shoulder pads should easily last anywhere from 2-3 seasons, provided they do not get cracked, damaged, or lose any important padding. New pads may be needed for youth players every season as they often quickly grow out of their old ones.