Overview
- The NFL owners' vote to ban the 'Tush Push' play ended 22-10 in favor of prohibition, two votes shy of the required majority.
- Philadelphia Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie delivered an impassioned hour-long defense of the play, addressing safety concerns and its strategic value.
- Retired Eagles center Jason Kelce supported Lurie during the meeting, countering claims that the play posed undue risks to players.
- The Eagles celebrated the decision with a social media campaign, emphasizing the play's integral role in their success, including a recent Super Bowl victory.
- While the Eagles secured a victory in preserving the play, Lurie's aggressive approach reportedly caused tension among fellow NFL owners and league executives.