Articles tagged: rule changes

MLB considering significant rule change

Major League Baseball has been exploring a number of ways to improve the game, and a new rule that is being tested out in the minors could eventually lead to…

NFL coach offers prediction about new playoff OT rules

The overtime format for NFL playoff games will once again change next season, and the new rules will have a significant impact on strategy. One coach believes the new format…

NFL owners approve of major OT rule change for playoffs

NFL owners on Tuesday approved a significant change to the league’s overtime format for the postseason. The Indianapolis Colts and Philadelphia Eagles recently submitted a joint proposal to the NFL…

Report: 1 new NFL overtime proposal is gaining traction

While there appears to be some openness to discussing changes to NFL overtime rules, the decision on what format to adopt may prove divisive. Two proposals had already been tabled,…

2 prominent NFL coaches opposed to OT rule change

The NFL’s overtime rules have once again been a major topic of debate this offseason, and two of the league’s longest-tenured coaches do not think any change is needed. Two…

NFL shares bad news about extremely unpopular rule

The NFL placed an increased emphasis on enforcing taunting penalties last season, and the change was not a welcome one among fans, players and many coaches. Unfortunately, it does not…

Ex-Chiefs OL has warning about screens in the NFL this season

The NFL has expanded its rules this season to prohibit more blocks below the waist, and former Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Mitchell Schwartz believes that is going to have…

NFL to ‘strictly enforce’ taunting rules this season, possible suspend players

The NFL on Tuesday released its annual video explaining rule changes and points of emphasis. One of the biggest takeaways is that players had better think twice before taunting opponents…

NBA to implement new rules in attempt to limit foul calls

NBA rules have been tilted in favor of offenses for several years now, and the league is reportedly making strides to level the playing field going forward. The NBA is…

NCAA makes key change to college football overtime rule

College football overtime will look a bit different starting in 2021. In a set of rule changes announced Thursday by the NCAA, teams will now be required to attempt a…