NFL Football: All Kickers Are Winners After the New Rule Changes

March 24, 2011   ·   Kristian Siuta   ·   Jump to comments

The National Football League’s 32 owners voted Tuesday to move kickoffs up five yards to the 35 yard line. Meanwhile, touchbacks will be kept at the 20 yard line. All of the league’s prominent kick returners have voiced their displeasure about the move.
This new rule change has also stirred the emotions of organizations that have invested millions of dollars into game changing athletes in the return game.
However, contrary to popular belief, this rule change does not alter the overall landscape of the game.
Even the thought that many have tossed out about the “new change” and suggesting to just “start the game at the 20 yard line with the offense” is absurd.  
Granted, these subtle changes that the NFL has moved forward with are intended to eliminate the bone-jarring hits, as everyone grows more and more conscious of player safety.
Many call the kickoff one of the most exciting plays in sports, but that belief will not c...

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