Seat belts are like helmets. They may not look cool, or seem necessary, but they will save your life if you fall.

It can be easy to give a justification for not buckling up, especially if you’re only driving a short distance. However, when seat belts become optional, we are left with grave consequences.

Former Missouri quarterback James Franklin and I have teamed up to demonstrate the importance of buckling up in every situation.

It doesn’t matter if you’re driving five minutes down the road, or going on a road trip, a seat belt’s purpose remains the same.

When you justify your safety, you jeopardize your future. Remember to #BuckleUp and #ArriveAlive.