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Devonta Freeman on New Helmet Rules: 'That's the NFL Rule, Not My Rule'

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Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman suggested Tuesday that he won't alter his running style in 2018 despite a new rule meant to curtail both offensive and defensive players leading with their helmets.

When asked about the change by Steve Hummer of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Freeman said, "That's the NFL rule, not my rule."

Based on the new rule, offensive players are more likely to get flagged for unnecessary roughness if they impact opposing defenders with their helmets.

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