The acclaimed head coach of the Kansas City Chiefs, Andy Reid, shows openness to changes in the game’s kickoff rules.
He is particularly in favor of the proposed low-impact kickoff rule, closely following the model established within the XFL.
Reid made these comments at a recent league meeting wherein he stated, “It’s going to be interesting and exciting if it passes. I like the idea. I’m for it.”
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This rule modification, according to Reid, will heighten the excitement while enhancing player safety simultaneously.
The much-talked-about rule, presented by the Competition Committee, ensures that 10 players on each team line up only five yards apart.
Through this arrangement, the game inherently becomes more fast-paced and intense, thereby increasing the overall excitement of the matches.
Besides fueling the thrill of the game, the new rule would also lead to a significant reduction in injuries.
This dual role of the rule has the potential to make it a game-changer in the long term. The XFL has already integrated a similar low-impact kickoff rule successfully.
This factor played a considerable role in influencing Reid’s endorsement of the new rule for the NFL.
As for whether the rule has obtained the necessary 24 affirmative votes to pass, it is yet to be established.
Nevertheless, Reid’s endorsement hints that the Chiefs will likely vote in favor of this significant transformation.
