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Bill Belichick’s possible Hall of Fame induction could be accelerated by new rules

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New rules may accelerate Bill Belichick’s path to the Hall of Fame Bill Belichick may be eligible for the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2026 instead of 2029 due to new rules reducing the waiting period for coaches. The changes also include splitting the coach and contributor categories, adding screening committees, and requiring between … Read more

Kickoff rules confuse refs, result in safety for Jags

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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

NFL’s radical new kickoff rules leave everyone guessing about their impact

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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