NFL team owners postponed a vote on the Green Bay Packers’ proposal to ban the tush push play until next month. The league did approve changes to the kickoff rule, overtime rules, and expanding replay assist. Regular-season overtime rules will now match playoff rules, with both teams having a chance to possess the ball. Owners also approved allowing replay assist to consult on-field officials for certain objective calls.
Despite no reported injuries from the tush push, teams like the Packers and Bills are concerned about player safety and the potential risks of the play. The Eagles popularized the tush push in short-yardage situations, with multiple players pushing the quarterback forward. Other teams have adopted this play, albeit with less success.
Bills coach Sean McDermott is leading the push to eliminate the tush push, citing player safety as the primary concern. The decision to postpone the vote on banning the play shows that the debate is ongoing, with teams split on the issue. The league is seeking more information about the safety implications of the play before making a final decision.
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