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Through two weeks, NFL teams are returning nearly 77% of kickoffs, a significant increase attributed to a rule change that moves the touchback spot, despite some criticism from Trump.
Bengals kicker Evan McPherson proposed a rule change to the NFL that would award four points for kicking the ball through the uprights on kickoffs, with the opposing team starting at the 30-yard line if the attempt is missed. While this idea has been suggested before, it's unlikely to be approved as it could discourage kickoff returns, which the NFL is trying to promote. Additionally, the recent approved kickoff rule change is expected to lead to more tackles for kickers, a prospect that many of them are not looking forward to.
The NFL competition committee is proposing a ban on "hip-drop" tackles and a radical change to kickoffs in an effort to add more returns while maintaining safety. The proposed kickoff rule takes elements from spring leagues like the XFL and aims to reduce high-speed collisions. Additionally, the committee suggested other rule changes, including making certain penalties reviewable by replay and allowing major fouls to carry over following a change of possession. The NFLPA opposes the proposed ban on "hip-drop" tackles, arguing that it would cause confusion for players, coaches, officials, and fans.
The NFL is reportedly considering significant changes to kickoffs, including adjustments to onside kicks and new rules aimed at making kickoffs more exciting. Special teams coordinators have proposed that teams would only be allowed to attempt an onside kick when trailing in the fourth quarter and would have to declare it in advance. Additionally, the league is looking to make kickoffs more consequential by altering touchback rules. These proposed changes are intended to enhance the excitement of kickoffs while addressing player safety concerns, and they await approval from team owners.
The Detroit Lions had kicker Riley Patterson handle kickoffs instead of punter Jack Fox in their game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as a way to give Patterson some live reps and prepare him for potential action. Special-teams coordinator Dave Fipp emphasized that Fox is still the team's top option, but Patterson will likely continue to be mixed in. Running back Craig Reynolds returned to practice, while guard Jonah Jackson is expected to miss a second consecutive game due to a sprained ankle.
Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid expressed his concern over the NFL's new rule on kickoffs, which allows teams to fair-catch kickoffs and safety kicks and spot them at the 25-yard line. Reid sees this as a pathway toward "flag football" and hopes that the physical nature of the NFL is not eradicated. The league implemented this rule to curb the concussion rate, which is highest during kickoffs. While Reid is all about player safety, he hopes that too many pieces are not taken away from the game.
NFL owners voted to change the kickoff rule, stating that fair-caught kickoffs behind the 25-yard line will be brought out to the 25. Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid expressed his concern about the change, questioning where it will stop and stating that too many changes could lead to playing flag football. The new rule may make kickoffs less exciting and could be a step toward eliminating them altogether.
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.
NFL team owners have approved a new rule that will allow teams to spot the ball at the 25-yard line if they fair-catch kickoffs and safety kicks behind the 25-yard line. The rule will be implemented for one season on a trial basis due to the high rate of concussions generated by kickoff plays. The decision will be reassessed after a year to determine whether to continue implementing the 25-yard line spot. The league is also considering modifying kickoff formats to reduce the space between teams and make the play more competitive.
NFL owners have approved a new rule that incentivizes fair catches on kickoffs, which will be placed at the 25-yard line regardless of where it is fielded. The proposal is designed to counteract a recent increase in "pop-up" kickoffs that some teams use to pin the returning team deep in their own territory. The tweak to the fair catch spot is in effect for one season only, forcing owners to resume the conversation in 2024.
The NFL Competition Committee has proposed new safety measures for kickoffs and punts, including starting play at the 25-yard line after fair catches on kickoffs and touchbacks on punts. The proposals aim to reduce injuries, as one in six concussions and a disproportionate number of other injuries occur on special teams. The new rules will be voted on by the league's 32 owners during this weekend's meetings.
The NFL competition committee has proposed eight rule changes for the 2023 season, including placing a touchback for a punt at the 25-yard line, making a fair catch on a kickoff result in the ball being placed at the 25-yard line, and allowing the use of the number "0" as a jersey number. Other proposals include changes to replay rules and an alternative to the onside kick. Some of the replay suggestions are for various reasons, including expanding the number of challenges allowed and making failed fourth-down conversions an automatic review.
The NFL is considering adopting rules from minor leagues and college football to improve the safety and competitiveness of kickoffs and punts. The league is studying the XFL, USFL, and NCAA to see if their rules could be applied to the NFL. The potential adoption of the XFL's kickoff rule, which has fewer injuries and more returns, is drawing the most interest. The Competition Committee has recommended adopting the college fair catch rule on kickoffs, resulting in more fair catches and fewer injuries.