With the NFL regular season just around the corner, fans will experience a new kickoff format when they tune into the first regular season game. Those watching the preseason have already seen this new format, which the NFL is calling the dynamic kickoff.
The new format and rules can be confusing and seem complicated, but fans should give it a chance as the early returns are promising. Let’s explore the rules, format, and how they impact the NY Jets.
The NFL’s old kickoff format was dangerous and boring
Each league new year brings rule changes, some of which fans don’t even notice. Others, like the new dynamic kickoff, change the fundamentals of the game. The NFL is implementing this new rule for two reasons: promote more returns, and improve player safety.
The NFL has been in an uphill battle trying to improve player safety while maintaining the excitement associated with kickoffs. The design of the play encouraged players to hit one another at high rates of speed, resulting in helmet-to-helmet collisions with excessive force.
