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NFL proposes rule prohibiting ‘hip-drop’ tackle that injured Geno Smith

Ankles and knees, rejoice?

The type of tackle that injured Geno Smith last season has just been submitted by the NFL with language for making it illegal, with a 15-yard penalty that officials believe they can enforce.

Bob Condotta indicates that Pete Carroll would have supported this move by the league.

Pete Carroll had planned to lobby in favor of this, citing in part the play on which Geno Smith got hurt in New York last year. https://t.co/PppiNluOYC

— Bob Condotta (@bcondotta) March 20, 2024

The NFLPA has stated its opposition to the proposed rule change.