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Luvu wants NFL to ban ‘cheapo’ tush push play

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Luvu calls for NFL to outlaw ‘cheap shot’ tush push maneuver NFL linebacker Frankie Luvu hopes the tush push will be banned by NFL owners after his penalties in a game. The play, used successfully by the Philadelphia Eagles, involves players pushing the ball carrier past the first-down line. Safety concerns have been raised, but … Read more

NFL owners to discuss revised tush push ban, playoff and flag football proposals

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“NFL Owners to Review Updated Tush Push Restrictions, Playoff Changes, and Flag Football Initiatives” NFL owners will be discussing the fate of the tush push play, the NFL’s history of giving division champions with mediocre records home field in the playoffs, and a proposal to allow NFL players to participate in flag football at the … Read more

Packers revise tush-push proposal to ban all pushing of the runner

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Packers update proposal to prohibit pushing of the runner The Packers have proposed a ban on pushing the ball carrier in response to the Eagles’ use of the “tush push” play. This move aims to improve player safety and pace of play, although there is no evidence to support these concerns. The proposal requires 24 … Read more