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Bleacher Report · Jan 29, 2025

NFL Says Dynamic Kickoff Rule Change Produced 57% Increase in Returns This Season

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The NFL got the results it hoped for from the dynamic kickoff rules.

NFL executive vice president Jeff Miller told reporters on Wednesday the rule change resulted in a 57 percent increase in kickoff returns this season compared to 2023.

Miller also cited average starting field position improving by several yards, lower injury rates on returns and more return touchdowns.

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