All articles tagged with #touchback
Originally Published 3 months ago — by AP News
Emari Demercado of the Arizona Cardinals fumbled just before crossing the goal line, leading to a crucial touchback and contributing to their 22-21 loss to the Tennessee Titans, marking a notable mistake in NFL history of goal-line blunders.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC Sports
The proposed revolution to the NFL kickoff rule has been tweaked, with the touchback for a ball kicked into or out of the end zone set at the 30-yard line instead of the 35. However, concerns arise about teams strategically conceding the 30-yard line to avoid dangerous return specialists. Further tweaks are possible, but the potential consequences warrant careful consideration, leading to suggestions to table the proposal until all adjustments can be fully evaluated before becoming an official rule for the upcoming season.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS Sports
The NFL competition committee has decided not to change the controversial rule regarding fumbling through the end zone, which results in a touchback and possession for the defense. Despite criticism from fans and players, the committee defended the rule, citing the player's responsibility to maintain control. Discussions about potential changes, such as giving the offense the ball back at the spot of the fumble, have not gained traction, with concerns about finding a better alternative. The rule was last discussed in 2017, and while it has been deemed punitive against the offense, no significant changes are expected as of now.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Steelers Depot
The NFL is considering changing its controversial "end zone fumble/touchback" rule, where the offense loses possession if they fumble the ball through and out of the end zone. The league's EVP of Football Operations, Troy Vincent, stated that the rule will be studied this offseason, suggesting that the offense should retain the football. The current rule has faced criticism for penalizing the offense too severely and awarding possession to the defense without a recovery. A potential rule change would need to be proposed to the league's competition committee and voted on during the offseason.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CBS Sports
The NFL has approved a new fair catch rule for a one-year trial run that will encourage returners to call for a fair catch, resulting in the same outcome as a touchback if caught inside the 25-yard line. The league hopes this will reduce contact on kickoffs. The rule is similar to college football's and may be scrapped if it doesn't meet the league's expectations. The decision was postponed due to pushback from special teams coaches and players, who worry it could lead to more squib kicks and violent hits.