NFL Releases Proposed Rule Changes Including Tush Push Ban and Playoff Seeding Reform

The Green Bay Packers, Detroit Lions, and Philadelphia Eagles lead efforts to reshape key NFL rules ahead of the 2025 season.

The Green Bay Packers have formally proposed banning the 'tush push,' a quarterback sneak play involving teammates pushing the QB, citing fairness and safety concerns despite NFL data showing a 0% injury rate.
The Detroit Lions proposed altering playoff seeding rules to allow Wild Card teams with better records to be ranked higher than Division Champions, addressing perceived inequities in the current system.
The Philadelphia Eagles proposed aligning regular-season overtime rules with postseason standards, ensuring both teams have possession opportunities in overtime games.
Additional proposals include eliminating the automatic first down for defensive holding and illegal contact penalties, and excluding certain injured players from the 90-player roster limit unless designated to return.
The NFL Owners' Annual Meeting, starting March 30, 2025, will determine the fate of these proposals, requiring approval from 24 of 32 team owners for adoption.