NFL Draft Focus Intensifies with Future Trades and Player Proposals
With the NFL draft approaching, teams are making mock predictions and proposals for rule changes, including banning the tush push play.
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As the NFL draft draws near, focus shifts to mock drafts with player predictions and trade possibilities. Various teams have proposed rule changes, including the Packers' bid to ban the 'tush push' play. Other alterations from the Lions and Eagles seek to modify penalties and improve playoff seeding. Notably, free-agent wide receiver Stefon Diggs is visiting the Patriots, potentially enhancing their receiving corps. These developments indicate strategic maneuvers ahead of the upcoming draft and league meetings.
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The 'tush push' is a quarterback sneak play popularized by the Philadelphia Eagles, where teammates push the quarterback from behind to gain extra yards. It is being proposed for a ban due to concerns about its safety and fairness, though there is limited injury data to support a ban based solely on health risks.
Besides the 'tush push' ban, other proposals include the Detroit Lions' suggestion to change playoff seeding rules and the Eagles' proposal to align regular-season and postseason overtime rules. The Lions also propose adjusting penalties for defensive holding and illegal contact.
The NFL draft could significantly impact team strategies through mock drafts and potential trades. Teams are also positioning themselves with free agent visits, like Stefon Diggs visiting the Patriots, which could enhance their rosters ahead of the draft.
Stefon Diggs visiting the Patriots could potentially enhance their receiving corps, indicating strategic maneuvers by the team to strengthen their roster ahead of the draft and upcoming season.
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