NFL Teams Propose 2025 Rule Changes Including 'Tush Push' Ban

Key proposals include banning the Eagles' short-yardage play, playoff seeding reforms, and overtime rule alignment, to be voted on at the NFL owners' meeting later this month.

The Green Bay Packers have formally proposed banning the 'Tush Push,' citing player safety and pace of play concerns, though NFL data shows no injuries occurred from the play in 2024.
The Detroit Lions have proposed playoff seeding reforms, allowing Wild Card teams with better records to be seeded higher than division winners.
The Philadelphia Eagles have submitted a proposal to align regular-season overtime rules with postseason rules, ensuring both teams a possession in overtime.
Other proposals include eliminating automatic first downs for defensive holding and illegal contact penalties, as well as roster flexibility changes for injured reserve players.
The NFL owners will review and vote on these proposals during the annual league meeting from March 30 to April 2 in Palm Beach, Florida, requiring a 75% majority for approval.

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