NFL Owners Deadlocked on Tush Push Ban Ahead of May Decision

The controversial Eagles play remains legal after a 16-16 vote, with further deliberations and potential rule changes expected next month.

NFL owners remain divided on banning the Tush Push, with a recent vote ending in a 16-16 tie, delaying any decision until the May meetings.
Proponents, including the Eagles, argue that the play is safe and a result of superior execution, citing a lack of injury data to support claims of heightened risk.
Critics, led by the Green Bay Packers, question the play's fairness and aesthetics, pushing for broader rule changes to address pushing and pulling in general.
Former NFL analyst Ross Tucker contends that banning the play would not improve player safety, as the physical nature of similar plays would persist.
Eagles players and coaches defend the Tush Push as a legitimate innovation, emphasizing the team's personnel and preparation as key to its success.