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The possible onside kick, kickoff rule changes the NFL is considering
The NFL will take a look at a number of kickoff rule changes this offseason after the league was happy with the way the new kickoff rule worked in its first season in 2024.
NFL to Consider Rule Changes to Improve Kickoff Return Rate, Onside Kick Chances
The NFL's dynamic kickoff format, a controversial addition in the 2024 season, may be getting a few tweaks going forward. Notably, NFL Competition Committee co-chairman Rich McKay told reporters on Sunday that the league is looking at ways to increase the number of returned kicks,
NFL Considering More Changes to Kickoff Rules
NFL Competition Committee Chairman Rich McKay discussed possible changes to the new dynamic kickoff. The Pittsburgh Steelers and 31 other
NFL Could Be Changing Kickoff Rules Once Again To Encourage More Returns
Prior to last season, kickoffs in the NFL had become stagnant. It was nearly always a touchdback, and there was significant talk of getting rid of
NFL rumors: League considering further changes to hybrid kickoff in 2025
The NFL’s new hybrid kickoff format, implemented in 2024 to increase returns and reduce injuries, could undergo further changes in 2025. Rich McKay, chairman of the NFL Competition Committee and CEO of the Atlanta Falcons,
Is the NFL considering a radical onside kick alternative?
The NFL introduced significant changes to its kickoff play at the start of the 2024 season, and one of the next steps could be a radical alternative to the onside kick.
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