The Packers have proposed a revision to ban all pushing of the ball carrier, a move aimed at countering the Eagles’ successful “tush push” play, which exploits a loophole in the rules. This proposal, requiring 24 votes to pass, is framed as a safety and pace of play measure, despite lacking data to support these claims. If enacted, it could set a troubling precedent for innovation in the league, as teams may face restrictions on successful strategies simply because they are unpopular with the powers that be.
