Denver Post · Sep 11, 2025
Why Broncos think tweak to kickoff rule could change teams’ coin toss decision-making
Marvin Mims Jr. (19) of the Denver Broncos returns a punt against the Tennessee Titans during the second quarter at Empower Field at Mile High on Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)One tweak to the NFL’s dynamic kickoff rule not only spiked the number of returns in Week 1 league-wide, but it might also eventually impact how teams approach the opening coin toss.
A touchback now brings the ball out to the offense’s 35-yard line, meaning even one first down ensures that, even if the offense punts, it will have a chance to pin the other team deep in its own territory.
