Ravens defensive lineman Chris Canty has been granted medical clearance to wear a special facemask, according to NFL spokesman Brian McCarthy. In an email to The Baltimore Sun, McCarthy confirmed that both Canty and New York Giants defensive end Justin Tuck were given permission to wear the facemasks. Canty sustained a serious eye injury eight years ago, Tuck is dealing with a recurring neck injury. Canty wears a dark visor attached to his helmet. The facemask provides plenty of protection with several horizontal and vertical bars, it also creates something of an intimidation factor for the imposing 6-foot-7, 317-pounder. Source: BaltimoreSun
