NFL Star Forced to Wear Glasses Following Concussion

There’s only so much hoopla we can take, especially after the furore surrounding Donald Trump’s victory in the 2016 Presidential election.

Well, there is of course American Football. Considered to be the ultimate in razzmatazz, NFL football has swept the nation like Storm Angus. The glitz not to mention the glamour of NFL cheerleaders and all has seen America’s favourite sport cross the pond.

Over the last few years, fans have been witness to a number of different sporting events. Taking place at the home of football, Wembley Stadium, American football has taken over the hallowed turf in style.

More than 80,000 fans have packed in over the last few years to see games in the north west of London. This year’s pulsating match saw the Cincinnati Bengals face off against the Washington Redskins.

It was certainly a tight match with both teams unable to land the sucker victory punch. Despite both sides have numerous opportunities to win, the lead swayed to a fro during the entire game.

The Redskins looked like they were going to steal the win with less than a two and half minutes to go in an enthralling overtime period. However, kicker Dustin Hopkins field goal sailed wide and resulted in the first ever all square game in the international series event.

But, it is rookie Su’a Cravens who has grabbed the headlines in recent weeks. The Washington Redskins defender courted the column inches thanks to a spectacular revelation.

It turns out that Cravens made an announcement via Snapchat some weeks ago that saw him have to wear glasses. This was largely in part down to a concussion suffered at the beginning of the new NFL season against the Baltimore Ravens.

It seems the star has to wear a pair of glasses from now on as declared in a video clip;

“Due to my concussion, my eyes have lost the memory to keep track of moving objects, so I have to wear these for the rest of my life. Fresh pair of prescription glasses on this road to recovery but I had to buy them and I’ll be wearing them for a very long time.”

Who knows whether or not this will be a career threatening condition, but all is not lost. Previous NFL stars have managed to play on wearing glasses under their regalia.

An important contributor to the Redskins recent form, Cravens has made an impact on the field of play. This included an interception when up against the New York Giants in game week three.

Craven’s weapon of choice seems to be the square framed look from his Twitter feed.  Here are a few of our favourite square framed glasses that are bound to score a touchdown!

Ray-Ban RX5283

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Suitable for bifocal as well as varifocal the sophisticated Ray Ban RX5283 are quite simply a class apart. Available in a variety of colours such as shiny black and yellow havana, the quality is not to be underestimated. Featuring the signature branding on the arms, this will have you on your feet in no time.

Hallmark E9855

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If you want the ultimate in geek chic then check out this offering from Hallmark. The E9855 is the bees knees when it comes to affordable style. American footballers like to keep it hip and what better way to salute your quarterback with this pair.

These hipster glasses are taken to the max with a nifty retro design fit for anyone’s wallet. The Hallmark E9855 prescription glasses are ready to wear in 3 ultra-sophisticated colours.

Elegant and appealing, why not snap up a Christmas deal with this unisex pair. Oozing elegance the super slim full rim frame is complemented perfectly by the oversized square lenses. This is finished off with lightweight temples that can be worn the whole day through.

Tom Ford FT5311

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Available in three different colours, the Tom Ford FT511 kicks many of the competition into touch. Quality engineering is at the core of these luxurious pair of specs.

Get your groove on and why not do the Mannequin Challenge in this eye popping unisex pair. Featuring the Tom Ford logo on the arms emblazoned in gold, the sleek frame really does not do it justice.

Diesel DL5062

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Want to outdo the half time show in style? Then grab yourself a pair of these fabulous glasses. The Diesel DL5062 prescription glasses are the Superbowl of specs. These stand out from the crowd and are certainly on trend for that dedicated follower of fashion. If you want the latest in nerd chic glasses then you are looking at it.

The Diesel DL5062 is a unisex pair offering a spring hinge and is made from the finest acetate. This urban eyewear enjoys a thick full rim not to mention signature logo which you will find on the temple.

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