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  1. Introduction to How NFL Equipment Works
  2. Equipment Management
  3. Equipment Manager's Duties
  1. The Locker Room
  2. Other Necessities
  3. The Helmet
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    1. Fitting a Helmet
    2. The Face Mask
    3. The Shoulder Pads
    4. Body Pads
    5. The Jersey and Pants
    6. Hands and Feet
    7. Shoes
    8. Astroturf Treads
    9. Cleats
    10. On the Road
    11. Lots More Information
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  1. Introduction to How NFL Equipment Works
  2. Equipment Management
  3. Equipment Manager's Duties
  4. The Locker Room
  5. Other Necessities
  6. The Helmet
  7. Fitting a Helmet
  8. The Face Mask
  9. The Shoulder Pads
  1. Body Pads
  2. The Jersey and Pants
  3. Hands and Feet
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  5. Astroturf Treads
  6. Cleats
  7. On the Road
  8. Lots More Information
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