Cowboys owner Jerry Jones voted to ban the Eagles’ “tush push” but expressed uncertainty about whether his opposition is based on principle or a desire to limit a division rival’s advantage. He acknowledged that the debate over the play stems from its effectiveness in contributing to the Eagles’ success, particularly as they are the reigning champions. Ultimately, his proposal garnered only 22 votes, falling short of the 24 needed for a rule change, as nine other teams opposed the ban, arguing it was unfair to target a play simply because one team executes it exceptionally well.
