All-Pro NFL cornerback Sauce Gardner has officially partnered with Q30 Innovations, the makers of the Q-Collar, the first and only FDA-cleared sports equipment designed to help protect the brain from repetitive head impacts. After wearing the Q-Collar throughout the 2024 NFL season, Gardner is now stepping into a formal role as brand partner, signaling a long-term commitment to performance and player safety.
Gardner discovered the Q-Collar while researching ways to enhance his on-field protection. After purchasing one and wearing it during games, he experienced the benefits firsthand. His confidence in the product led to the new partnership.
“We all know football is a physical sport with action and contact on every play,” said Gardner. “I’m always looking for ways to stay safe, comfortable and confident while I play, and the Q-Collar checked every box. It’s lightweight, durable and I love the way it looks. But more importantly, it gives me peace of mind knowing I’m taking the extra step to better protect my brain while still playing at the highest level.”
The Q-Collar is a neck-worn device that applies light pressure to help stabilize the brain during collisions. Backed by more than 25 peer-reviewed studies, it provides added protection against internal brain movement often linked to long-term injury. Gardner now aims to raise awareness about the Q-Collar among athletes at all levels.
“Sauce has been incredibly hands-on since day one – not only in wearing the Q-Collar but truly understanding how it works and why it matters,” said Tom Hoey, CEO and Co-Founder of Q30 Innovations. “He’s passionate about sharing his experience and educating others, which makes him the ideal partner. Sauce isn’t just a world-class athlete; he’s a thoughtful advocate for player safety and brain health.”
Gardner’s partnership highlights a shared mission to make sports safer without sacrificing performance. For more information, visit q30.com.