While the general NFL public was busy celebrating a long overdue change to the NFL catch rules, the league owners were busy adopting a new rule change that could have a far bigger impact on the game. The league has made a small, but distinct change to the rulebook regarding contact with the head in the NFL. Here’s how it reads:
Playing Rule Article 8: It is a foul if a player lowers his head to initiate and make contact with his helmet against an opponent. The player may be disqualified. Applies to any player anywhere on the field.