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League indifferent to NFLPA’s pushback against hip-drop ban The NFL is looking to ban the hip-drop tackle, which has a higher risk of causing injury to players. Despite opposition from the Players Association, the league is determined to remove this risky technique to prioritize player safety. The NFL believes in player-driven decision-making and is committed … Read more
The NFL has no intention of considering a ban on the tush push The NFL has no plans to ban the quarterback sneak play known as the tush push, despite its effectiveness for the Eagles. NFL Executive V.P. Troy Vincent confirmed that there is no proposal to ban the play, citing that the league is … Read more
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