NFL to consider tush push ban, changes to playoff seeding
- NFL team owners will consider proposals including a ban on the 'tush push' and changes to playoff seeding format, as announced on March 19 by the league.
- The Detroit Lions proposed eliminating automatic first downs for certain penalties instead of a 5-yard penalty for illegal contact.
- The Philadelphia Eagles suggested adopting postseason overtime rules for the regular season, granting both teams a chance to possess the ball.
- All proposals will be reviewed during the league's annual meetings later this month, requiring approval from 24 out of 32 team owners.
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The 8 new NFL rules set to be decided at annual meeting including Tush Push ban
THE NFL could be subject to a complete revamp in the near future, with some potential rule changes in the pipeline. A series of rule and bylaw proposals were put forward by some teams in the league earlier this week. GettyThe NFL could agree to some huge rule changes – including a ban on the tush push[/caption] They are set to be discussed by executives at a meeting scheduled to run from March 30 to April 1 in Palm Beach, Florida. And if approve…
Philadelphia Eagles ‘Tush Push’
An up close look at the Philadelphia Eagles ‘Tush Push’ as the Green Bay Packers have formally proposed a rule change to ban it. Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) scores a touchdown against the Kansas City Chiefs during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez) TAMPA, FLORIDA – SEPTEMBER 25: Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles quarterback sneak…

NFL to mull ban on Eagles 'tush push' move: league
The NFL will mull a ban on the Philadelphia Eagles' dominant "tush push" play when it considers a raft of proposed rule changes at its annual meeting later this month, the league said Wednesday.
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