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Re: NFL ratings, TV deals, Jersey sales, Rule changes, Expansion, etc
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Originally Posted by Defensewins
However the old rule is ok on the sideline, when the receiver catches the ball near the out of bounds, catches the ball, gets two feet down and gets pushed out of bounds or his momentum forces him out of bounds. That is still ok. No need to make a third move. Why? Because it helps the offense.
How about the new rule for tackling. Really bad.
They have never and will never throw a flag for a ball carrier or offensive player that lowers their head and initiates contact. This only get applied defensive players.
Player lowering head to inflict contact now subject to 15-yard penalty and possible ejection | National | oleantimesherald.com |
Overall I do think the new rule is meant to call more catches, so yeah, it will help the offense a bit.
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