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Recapping the NFL's replay review changes for 2016

On Tuesday, the NFL owners voted to make tweaks to the replay review system for 2016. Although the changes aren't monumental, I think fans who want to stay up-to-date with every intricacy of the game will appreciate this.

The approved proposal is Proposal 7A, which was submitted by the competition committee. You can read the full proposal here. It was a derivation of Proposal 7, submitted by the Baltimore Ravens, a couple of months ago. You can remind yourself of Baltimore's original proposal here.

Game Administration Issues Can be Reviewed

"The Replay Official and designated members of the Officiating Department at the League office may consult with the on-field officials to provide information on the correct application of playing rules, including appropriate assessment of penalty yardage, proper down, and status of the game clock.