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Eagles Revive Tush Push in Opener After Ban Fails, Prompting Fresh Scrutiny

Fresh criticism over illegal alignment surfaced after the league left the play on the books.

Feb 9, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) lines up for the tush push play on the goal line against the Kansas City Chiefs during Super Bowl LIX at Ceasars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Sep 4, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; The Philadelphia Eagles execute a tush push for a first down against the Dallas Cowboys during the fourth quarter of the game at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images.

Overview

  • NFL owners in May fell two votes short of banning the push-style sneak proposed by the Packers, keeping the play legal for 2025.
  • Philadelphia used the tactic in its Week 1 win over Dallas as former NFL quarterback Kurt Benkert urged stricter enforcement of neutral zone and alignment rules.
  • The Eagles beat the Cowboys 24-20 on opening night, with Jalen Hurts and Saquon Barkley combining for 122 rushing yards and three touchdowns.
  • After a third-quarter fumble recovery by Quinyon Mitchell, the Eagles defense mimicked the formation as a celebration with Cooper DeJean lined up as center.
  • League officials have cited a lack of injury data tied to the play, with Competition Committee chair Rich McKay previously saying that absence complicates any ban.