NFL Owners to Vote on Potential Ban of Eagles’ Signature 'Tush Push' Play

Momentum builds for a rule change targeting the controversial short-yardage tactic ahead of next week’s league meeting.

The NFL is set to vote next week on whether to ban the 'Tush Push,' a short-yardage play popularized by the Philadelphia Eagles and Buffalo Bills.
The Green Bay Packers formally proposed the ban, citing concerns about fairness, safety, and the play's impact on the game’s competitive balance.
Critics argue the play is too automatic and undermines football’s spirit, while supporters credit its success to skillful execution by teams like the Eagles.
The NFL confirmed no injuries were reported from the play during the 2024 season, complicating safety-related arguments for the ban.
If approved, the ban would significantly impact the Eagles and Bills, who used the play more frequently than all other NFL teams combined in 2024.