The Patrick Mahomes helmet broke apart in the playoffs, but the manufacturer claims it prevented injury

NFL is conducting an engineering study on the Patrick Mahomes helmet that broke apart during a playoff game against the Miami Dolphins two weeks ago. Mahomes' helmet broke apart against the Dolphins in the NFL's first game of the season. The NFL is now conducting a study to determine why the helmet broke away.

Manufacturer of Patrick Mahomes' helmet says product prevented injury despite shattering in playoff game. Manufacturers of helmet says shattered piece was less than "ideal" but also noted that QB was protected from injury. Mahomes wore the helmet during the wild-card playoff game in Texas.

Patrick Mahomes' helmet shattering was one of the most memorable images from wild card weekend. Company claims helmet did its job, even though we all saw it shatter. Company says helmet did what it needed to do to get the best of the helmet to be a helmet.

Patrick Mahomes had helmet cracked by Miami Dolphins defender in Wild Card win. Kansas City Chiefs beat Miami Dolphins 24-24 in NFL Wild Card playoff game. Chiefs QB had helmet crackled by Dolphins defender as he raced towards the goal line. Chiefs quarterback had helmet hit by Miami Dolphin defender.

Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes didn't want to come out of game after helmet crack. Kansas City Chiefs beat Miami Dolphins 24-24 on Saturday night. Chiefs quarterback says helmet cracked during win over Miami Dolphins. Chiefs QB says he's not worried about coming out of the game.

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes needed a new helmet after a hit from Dolphins player. Mahomes' helmet cracked in the third quarter following a run near the goal line. Chiefs quarterback was hit by Dolphins player during the game on Saturday. Chiefs QB needed new helmet following the hit in third quarter.