Chris Conley

NFL Intensifies Crackdown On Blows To the Head With New Rule

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In an effort to crack down on dangerous blows to the head, the National Football League has approved a new rule whereby any player who commits ‘an egregious’ hit above the neck area would be automatically thrown out of the game. The owners of the NFL’s 32 teams voted on Tuesday to approve the rule … Read more

NFL Mulling Crackdown On Illegal Head Shots

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The National Football League is mulling a crackdown on foul play that would see ejections for players who aim hits at an opponent’s head, officials said Wednesday. NFL Executive Vice President for Football Operations Troy Vincent said on Twitter the league was studying the move as part of an effort to eradicate head shots. “The … Read more