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Eagles want 8 different groups to vote towards “tush push” ban at NFL homeowners assembly

In order for the tush push to officially be banned moving forward, the NFL needs 24 teams to vote in favor of removing the play — but that means that the Eagles need just eight other teams, in addition to themselves, to vote against the rule change. This seems to be the hot topic (again)

Eagles want 8 different groups to vote towards “tush push” ban at NFL homeowners assembly

To ensure that the tush push to formally be banned shifting ahead, the NFL wants 24 groups to vote in favor of eradicating the play — however that implies that the Eagles want simply eight different groups, along with themselves, to vote towards the rule change.

This appears to be the recent matter (once more) on the annual assembly, and most coaches and GMs have been very vocal by hook or by crook in terms of their ideas on the matter.

Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni stated that they count on to have the votes from Jonathan Gannon (Cardinals), Shane Steichen (Colts), and Kellen Moore (Saints) — all who’ve benefitted from the play throughout their time in Philly.

Colts GM Chris Ballard appeared to validate their place, saying, “We’re towards banning it proper now. The Eagles are good at it—give Philly and Nick Sirianni credit score for being rattling good at it. It’s what it’s. Except there’s a well being and security cause, I don’t see us voting towards it.”

So, that might be 4 of 9 votes, after which the Lions are one other crew towards primarily punishing the Eagles for being excellent on the play.

Detroit GM Brad Holmes, explained, “The Eagles got here up with it. They’re efficient at it. They’re actually good at it. So. when you don’t prefer it, cease it. That’s our stance on it. Different groups have tried it and haven’t been as efficient.”

Which probably will get them to 5 of 9.

Former Eagles legend, present Texans head coach, DeMeco Ryans was additionally somebody who has been defending the play, so Houston could possibly be a sixth vote. Different head coaches who’ve voiced related sentiments contains Mike Vrabel (Patriots), Kevin Stefanski (Browns), Todd Bowles (Buccaneers), and Aaron Glenn (Jets).

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Vrabel quipped, “There are a variety of performs which can be arduous to defend. I don’t assume you may do away with them each time it turns into powerful to cease it. Like, Lamar Jackson shouldn’t be capable to run with the soccer anymore? How about making that rule as a result of it’s arduous to defend.”

It’s protected to imagine that not the entire individuals tasked with truly casting their vote will likely be in lock-step with the opinion of their head coach, however it not less than exhibits variety of groups aren’t being cry-babies about it.

One factor’s for certain, it’s going to be a detailed both means, and no matter final result, the Eagles will nonetheless achieve success at QB sneaks as a result of Jalen Hurts is the quarterback behind the very best offensive line within the league.

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