Overview

• NFL owners delayed a vote on banning the 'tush push' play until the May 2025 meeting after 16 teams supported the proposal, falling short of the required 24 votes.
• Commissioner Roger Goodell expressed openness to reinstating pre-2004 rules banning all pushing or pulling of ball carriers, citing potential safety risks despite a lack of injury data.
• The Philadelphia Eagles remain the most successful team using the 'tush push,' achieving an 86% success rate over three years, fueling criticism and admiration.
• Critics argue the play is unsafe and undermines football tradition, while supporters view it as a legitimate innovation that rewards skill and preparation.
• The NFL Competition Committee will revisit the issue in May, with potential rule changes that could impact plays beyond the 'tush push.'