If the goal is to reduce injuries, just eliminate the
by HoundDog1973 (2018-04-14 11:20:06)

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kickoff altogether. That seems to be the natural end to the constant evolution of these rule changes. It would take away one of the most exciting plays in the game, but it would certainly reduce injuries.

Doing it incrementally. They will get there. *
by ND8486  (2018-04-14 14:17:58)     cannot delete  |  Edit  |  Return to Board  |  Ignore Poster   |   Highlight Poster  |   Reply to Post

what makes it dangerous is the free kick aspect
by jt  (2018-04-14 13:32:49)     cannot delete  |  Edit  |  Return to Board  |  Ignore Poster   |   Highlight Poster  |   Reply to Post

guys get to sprint downfield unblocked for 60 yards and then run into another guy at full speed.

Make it a punt and you would still have the big play potential.