NFL's new kickoff rule change sparks controversy and safety concerns.

The NFL has adopted the college football fair-catch rule on kickoffs, allowing a returner to call a fair catch at any spot inside the 25-yard line and be rewarded a fair catch at the 25. The league claims it is to lower the number of injuries on kickoffs, but critics argue that eliminating kickoffs entirely would be safer. The NFL's hypocrisy on player safety is evident, as they prioritize the excitement of long returns and onside kicks over the safety of players. Special teams coaches have also warned that the rule change could lead to more dangerous squib kicks.