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NFL Rumors: Competition Committee Reviewing QB Push Play; Goodell Has 'No Opinion'

The NFL's Competition Committee is reviewing the Philadelphia Eagles' patented "tush push," according to Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio.

Florio cited a source who said multiple teams have inquired about the modified quarterback sneak, one in which one or more players line up behind the QB and provide some additional forward thrust in short-yardage situations.

The source added NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell "has expressed no opinion" on the matter, per Florio, which is different from what The Athletic's Dianna Russini previously reported. Russini spoke to someone who indicated "Goodell wants to see this play removed from the game permanently.