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NFL competition committee 'split' on tush push ban


Published on 2025-03-31 01:05:38 - Yardbarker
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  • In 2022, the Eagles introduced the tush push, an extremely effective quarterback sneak with players pushing Jalen Hurts from behind to secure first downs in short-yardage situations. Three years later,

The NFL's competition committee is currently divided on whether to ban the "tush-push" play, also known as the "Brotherly Shove," which has been notably effective for the Philadelphia Eagles. This play involves the quarterback being pushed forward by teammates to gain short yardage. While some members of the committee argue for its ban due to concerns over player safety and the play's rugby-like nature, others see no compelling reason to outlaw it, citing a lack of significant injury data directly linked to the play. The debate continues as the NFL looks for a consensus on how to address this tactic, with no final decision made yet.

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