After years of confusion, debate and yelling in disbelief at the TV, NFL fans might finally find out the answer to what feels like an age-old question: What is a catch?
The NFL revamped its catch rule this offseason, one of many rule changes that will take effect this coming season. Here’s a rundown of what will be different on game day:
Catch rule
The NFL eliminated the “surviving the ground” requirement of the previous catch rule, simplifying it to a three-step process:
1) The player must establish control of the ball (i.e.: not bobble it while catching).