Kickoffs rule change in NFL ... and maybe college?

[ShreveFrog]

Hopefully something like this trickles down to college. I'm glad actual kickoff returns are coming back. (But no more squibs or surprise onside kicks.)

Everything you need to know about the NFL's new hybrid kickoff rule change

To generate more kickoff returns and maintain safety, the NFL's changes will be "brand new to everybody."

www.espn.com

 

[ShreveFrog]

Also, this could help guys like Reagor and Turp stay on rosters with a second return man needed.

 

[An-Cap Frog]

Can't wait to see 5 offensive linemen on special teams...

 

[An-Cap Frog]

Aren't most NFL kickoffs touchbacks? Are they trying to balance player safety and play excitement in this change?

 

[ShreveFrog]

Aren't most NFL kickoffs touchbacks? Are they trying to balance player safety and play excitement in this change?

Yes and yes.

 

[An-Cap Frog]

The death of the squib!

 

[BrewingFrog]

Why don't they just declare a Ghost Runner on 2nd?

 

[Toad Jones]

Just dream of this, the NCAA making a ''decision' that makes sense. Just finding the right building to go to, have a meeting is a HUGE accomplishment for them!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Good God, you wonder how they can even find a urinal.

 

[An-Cap Frog]

Maybe they will also bring back the running game.