Former Miami Dolphins player makes sports safety collaboration history in flag football
ATLANTA June 9— Guardian Sports, the company creating next-generation sports safety gear for all levels of play, today announced the official naming of its first-ever LOOP Signature Athlete, Tyler Davis, “TD,” a former NFL player for the Miami Dolphins and current flag football competitor among the league’s top performers.
Guardian Sports’ LOOP headband is engineered to provide added impact protection in a lightweight, breathable design. Its occipital hinge fit helps improve coverage around one of the head’s most vulnerable areas while maintaining a secure, low-profile feel for flag football players.
TD said, “I’m excited to join Guardian Sports as their debut LOOP Signature Athlete. As a professional flag football player and someone who has been on the field for over a decade, I know that athlete safety should be treated as a top priority.”
Hailing from the NFL legacy of TD’s father, Clarence Davis, former Oakland Raiders running back, TD also leads a successful sports career as a former NFL player for the Miami Dolphins and a CFL player for the BC Lions, with diverse player range covering positions from wide receiver, running back, and defensive back.
Most recently, TD transitioned from tackle to flag football through local Austin, Texas leagues and earned national attention after notable performances at elite tournaments. Through this experience, TD met Team USA coaches in 2024, becoming a current team USA member, with a projected spot on the 2028 Olympic roster.
Guardian Sports CEO Erin Hanson shares that, “We’re thrilled to move forward in this next chapter expanding LOOP’s leadership with the best in the industry. TD’s extensive sports experience and pacesetting future are a testament to the importance of sports safety.”
LOOP is a top-ranked Virginia Tech 5-STAR headgear with lightweight protective technology designed to reduce peak linear acceleration compared to bare head across all impact locations.