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sports1 year ago

"Antonio Pierce Evaluates Raiders' Quarterback Options for 2024 Season"

Antonio Pierce, head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders, discussed various topics at the Annual League Meeting, including the team's quarterback situation, free agency, and the upcoming NFL Draft. He emphasized the importance of competition in the quarterback room, praised the team's free agency acquisitions, and expressed openness to trading up in the draft. Pierce also highlighted the significance of maintaining a strong team culture and protecting the locker room environment.

sports1 year ago

"NFL Owners Ban Hip-Drop Tackle, Stirring Controversy and Support for New Kickoff Rule"

NFL owners voted to ban the hip-drop tackle during the Annual League Meeting, with the official rule outlining the technique and penalty. The decision was made due to the high injury rate associated with the tackle. The league also approved two other rule changes related to challenge rules and enforcement of major fouls. Expect more fines than flags in the first season of the ban as the league works with coaches on techniques that will make the game safer.

sports1 year ago

NFL Teams Submit Multiple Rule Change Proposals Ahead of Annual League Meeting

The Philadelphia Eagles have proposed an alternative to the NFL's onside kick, among several other rule-change proposals submitted by NFL teams, including eliminating the first touch spot after the receiving team possesses the ball. The proposals will be voted on during the annual league meeting in March, with any rule change requiring 75% approval from NFL owners.

sports1 year ago

"NFL Teams Submit Rule Change Proposals for Onside Kicks, Instant Replay, and Trade Deadlines"

The Philadelphia Eagles have proposed an alternative to the NFL's onside kick, along with three other rule-change proposals submitted by NFL teams on the first day of the new league year. The Eagles' alternative would allow a team that scores to keep the ball if they can convert a 4th-and-20 from their own 20-yard-line. Other proposals include changes to the challenge system and the trade deadline. These proposals will be voted on during the annual league meeting in March.

sports2 years ago

"Rodgers trade talks and Jets' expectations dominate NFL headlines"

The Green Bay Packers are reportedly holding firm in their demand for the New York Jets' first-round draft pick, #13, in exchange for Aaron Rodgers. The two teams have barely talked in the past week, but negotiations could heat up at the NFL's annual meeting next week. Meanwhile, the league will consider a variety of proposed rule changes, including a 4th-and-20 play to replace the onside kick and adding 0 as an option for players to wear on their jerseys.

sports2 years ago

Insights into NFL rule changes and committee members at Annual League Meeting.

The NFL has announced 17 rule proposals to be voted on at the Annual League Meeting next week, including eight from the competition committee and nine from NFL clubs. Two proposals involve ball placement following touchbacks and fair catches, with both suggesting the ball be placed at the receiving team's 25-yard line. The meeting begins on Sunday in Phoenix.