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“Tush push prevails as ban on NFL owners fails to pass” NFl owners failed to ban the tush push play, which involves players pushing the quarterback in short-yardage situations. The Philadelphia Eagles have used it effectively, with other teams following suit. Former center Jason Kelce supported the play, stating it does not pose an injury … Read more
NFL Should Consider Eliminating Divisions in Light of Playoff Re-Seeding Efforts The Detroit Lions proposed a change to the NFL playoff seeding system at the owners meetings. Originally, the proposal suggested seeding playoff teams strictly based on record rather than division winners hosting games, but now the re-seeding would happen in the divisional round. The … Read more
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