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Lineman gloves
Lineman gloves are built for offensive and defensive linemen, who fight hand to hand on every snap. Unlike receiver gloves, they put protection first: a padded back of hand, a reinforced palm and firm wrist support. This section features models such as the Cutters Force 6.0 Lineman, which Cutters equips with a padded back with flex points, a padded C-TACK palm patch and a double wrist strap, in sizes from M to XXXL. Each product page lists the manufacturer's sizes and features, plus prices from European retailers in euros. If you split your time between the line and other positions, have a look at our all-purpose gloves as well before you decide.
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Why linemen need their own gloves
Whether on offence or defence, line play is a hand-to-hand battle against shoulder pads, helmets, facemasks and the turf. Fingers and knuckles take a beating on every snap. Lineman gloves therefore focus on protection and durability, where receiver gloves chase grip and feel.
Key features
Back-of-hand padding
This is the heart of a lineman glove. Segmented foam with flex points protects the knuckles without stopping you making a fist. Cutters describes exactly this kind of padded back with flex points on the Force 6.0.
The palm
A reinforced palm resists abrasion. A tacky patch helps you control an opponent within the rules and secure a loose ball after a fumble.
Wrist support
A wide closure or double strap stabilises the wrist when you punch and drive. On the Force 6.0, Cutters combines a 360-degree neoprene wrap with a double strap.
Who should wear them?
- Offensive line: centre, guards and tackles, blocking on every play.
- Defensive line: tackles and ends using their hands to get to the ball carrier.
- Tight ends and linebackers who spend a lot of time in contact, accepting some loss of catching feel.
Sizing
Lineman gloves are often available in larger sizes than receiver gloves; the Cutters Force 6.0 runs from M to XXXL. Measure your hand as the maker describes and make sure the padding does not squeeze your fingers when you make a fist. A glove that is too large will twist on your hand during a drive block.
Care
Line gloves soak up sweat and mud. Clean them as the manufacturer recommends and let them air-dry, never on a radiator, to protect the foam and the grip. Check finger seams and straps regularly, as they take the most strain. Keeping a second pair for wet sessions gives each pair time to dry out fully.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between lineman gloves and receiver gloves?
Lineman gloves are padded and reinforced to protect the hands in contact, while receiver gloves are thin and focus on grip for catching.
Can defensive linemen wear lineman gloves?
Yes, they are designed for both lines. Cutters presents the Force 6.0 as a glove for linemen, without distinguishing offence from defence.
How should lineman gloves fit?
Snug at the fingers and secure at the wrist, with enough room to make a full fist without the padding squeezing your fingers.