Confessions of a Polluted Mindset - May 27 2020

Proposed Rule changes:

Onside Kick alternative - So instead of attempting an onside kick, teams can now choose to run one play fromm their own 35 yard line, needing to gain 15 yards. If they do, it's a first down and the offense keeps the ball. if they don't the ball is placed at their own 25 yard line and the other team gets the ball. While I'm not averse to change (more on that later), I just don't know if I like this. Why make it easier for a team that has dug themselves into a hole? The odds SHOULD be long for them to make a successful comeback. Sure you'll have more comebacks and more exciting finishes, but will the team have really earned the win. You're also increasing the role of the…