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NFL Faces Debate Over Potential Ban of Eagles' 'Tush Push' Play

The Green Bay Packers have proposed banning the controversial short-yardage play, citing fairness and player safety concerns.

  • The Green Bay Packers have officially submitted a proposal to ban the 'tush push,' a quarterback sneak variation used effectively by the Philadelphia Eagles.
  • Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni criticized the proposal, calling it 'unfair' and emphasizing the skill and preparation required to execute the play successfully.
  • Supporters of the ban, including Packers president Mark Murphy and Bills coach Sean McDermott, argue the play poses injury risks and provides an 'automatic' advantage in short-yardage situations.
  • The Eagles and other teams, such as the Bills, have utilized the play with high success rates, with Philadelphia achieving an 87% success rate since 2022.
  • The NFL Competition Committee will review the proposal, and league owners are set to vote on the matter during their annual meeting in late March.
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