What does the red stripe on Dallas Cowboys’ helmet mean? 😲😲

Dallas Cowboys’ helmet have changed in tonight's match

The cowboy helmet is presented in a different form with good reason.

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Instead of the traditional blue and white stripes, the cowboys' helmets have a red vertical stripe.

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The purpose of wearing the helmet is to salute service night, and it is to honor the Medal of Honor recipients.

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The Cowboys are going to honor 17 Medal of Honor recipients during the game.

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In the match, the helmet isn't the only thing that will look different, though.

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The offensive line will wear cleats as part of the NFL's "My Cause My Cleats" initiative.

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The last time Dallas wore this helmet with red, white, and blue stripes was during the 1976 season.

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They wore the helmet in 1976 in tribute to the American Bicentennial.

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