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Competition Committee wants ban on hip-drop tackles, still working on precise rule

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Competition Committee Pushes for Ban on Hip-Drop Tackles, Ironing Out Details of New Rule The NFL is considering banning hip-drop tackles to prevent injuries, but defining the tackle is proving to be a challenge for the league. A hip-drop tackle involves a tackler pulling down a ball carrier by dropping onto his legs, which has … Read more

Sources: Garoppolo gets 2-game ban for violation

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Garoppolo Receives Two-Game Suspension for Violation Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo has been suspended for two games for violating the NFL’s performance enhancing substances policy. The violation is related to his use of a prescribed medication without a valid therapeutic use exemption. As a result, the Raiders are expected to release Garoppolo before the … Read more

NFL reportedly denies appeal, upholds $100K fine, sideline ban for Eagles’ ‘Big Dom’ DiSandro

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NFL Upholds $100K Fine and Sideline Ban for Eagles’ ‘Big Dom’ DiSandro, Denies Appeal The NFL has reportedly denied the appeal of Philadelphia Eagles’ “Big Dom” DiSandro, upholding a $100,000 fine and sideline ban. DiSandro, a member of the team’s security staff, was fined and banned after an incident during a game where he allegedly … Read more