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Refs confused by kickoff rules, leading to safety for Jags Michael DiRocco, an NFL reporter for ESPN, covers the Jacksonville Jaguars. In a recent game against the Kansas City Chiefs, there was confusion surrounding a kickoff that was initially ruled a touchback but overturned to be a safety after a lengthy discussion. Jaguars head coach … Read more
The NFL’s innovative kickoff rules spark uncertainty among fans and players about their potential impact The NFL has implemented new kickoff rules this season, with players much closer together and forbidden to move until the ball is touched or hits the ground. This change aims to make kickoffs safer and more exciting, as kickoff returns … Read more
The NFL’s newly implemented kickoff rules receive a mixed reception Courtney Cronin, an ESPN Staff Writer, covered the Chicago Bears’ 21-17 win over the Houston Texans in the Hall of Fame Game. The new NFL kickoff rules were tested, with only one touchback out of eight kickoffs. Players had mixed reactions, with Bears player Tyler … Read more