How Rules Change
Who provides feedback on rule changes at the end of the season?
NFL teams via a survey
What rule change would prevent offensive players from pushing a teammate right after the snap?
Tush Push
Which team proposed allowing teams to have contact with free agents during the legal tampering window?
Pittsburgh Steelers
The competition committee alone makes all NFL rule changes.
False, teams and owners also have a say.
What proposed rule change ensures wild card teams are ranked based on record rather than division titles?
Detroit’s proposal on playoff seeding
Who drafts potential rule changes based on team feedback?
The competition committee
What team proposed the rule change that would eliminate automatic first downs for defensive holding?
Detroit's proposal
Which team proposed a change regarding wild card playoff seeding?
Detroit Lions
True or False: A proposal needs a simple majority to pass (more than 50%).
False, it needs 75% approval from owners.
Why does eliminating automatic first downs for defensive holding help competitive fairness?
It prevents overly harsh penalties on the defense for minor infractions.
What percentage of team owners must approve a proposed rule change?
75% or 24 out of 32 owners
What team proposed the change that aligns postseason and regular-season overtime rules?
Philadelphia’s proposal
Which team proposed eliminating the automatic first down for defensive holding?
Detroit Lions
Teams cannot propose rule changes directly to the owners.
False, they can propose rules directly.
What rule change ensures equal opportunity for both teams in overtime?
Philadelphia’s rule giving both teams a possession in overtime.
When do teams propose their rule changes to owners?
During league meetings
Which rule change affects wild card teams and playoff seeding?
Detroit's proposal allowing wild card teams to be seeded higher than division winners based on record
Which team proposed making regular season overtime 15 minutes long?
Philadelphia Eagles
League meetings are held only after the season starts.
False, they are held during the offseason.
Why does preventing injured reserve (IR) players from counting toward the roster limit benefit teams?
It allows teams to replace injured players without sacrificing roster spots, providing more flexibility for game-day decisions.
Name two factors teams provide feedback on in the survey.
Player protection, officiating, competitive balance, technology
Which proposal affects injured reserve (IR) players and roster limits?
Detroit's proposal to prevent IR players from counting toward the roster limit
Which team proposed banning offensive players from pushing a teammate after the snap?
Green Bay Packers
The NFL can change a rule mid-season if they want.
False, rule changes occur in the offseason unless there’s an emergency change.
How does allowing earlier contact with free agents benefit teams before the postseason?
It helps teams plan for roster adjustments, ensuring they are better prepared for both the playoffs and the upcoming season.