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The recent incident of Vanderbilt fans tearing down goal posts after a victory over Alabama has sparked curiosity about the cost of these iconic structures. But what exactly does an American football goal post cost?
A standard goal post that meets NCAA requirements costs around $5,700. However, the price can vary significantly in the NFL, where goal posts are larger and have stricter specifications. This difference in design and durability makes NFL goal posts notably more expensive.
Manufacturers like Gilman Gear, which supply goal posts to several NFL stadiums, have noted that retrofitting or replacing these posts involves more than just adding height or making adjustments. Outdoor stadiums, for example, need to account for weather elements like heavy winds. Ensuring safety and stability is crucial, and engineering studies are often conducted to assess whether the posts can be safely modified or if they require complete replacement.
So while college football goal posts have a set cost, NFL goal posts require more investment, not just in price but also in safety considerations and structural design.