Tuck rule going away?

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dead_poet
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Tuck rule going away?

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Finally, tuck rule may be changed -- though way too late for Raiders

http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/blog/mike- ... or-raiders
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Re: Tuck rule going away?

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Such a no-brainer.

Next they need to rework the rule for catches. If nothing else go back to two feet or equivalent and possession. Find some way to make it easier on everyone involved. Too many catches that are called incomplete lately!

Trying to take away ball carrier lowering their head too! The AD rule!
Rams coach Jeff Fisher, a member of the Competition Committee, said he believes coaches will be able to properly instruct their players in how to adjust to this rule.

“The ballcarrier is still going to be permitted to lower his shoulder, and the head is also going to come down to protect the football,” Fisher said. “We’re not taking that part of the run out of the game. What we’re saying is, in space, one-on-one, head-up, we’re not going to allow you to load up and use the crown of your helmet. It’s an obvious thing.”
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