WaterfallJumper
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Defender #92, I believe, on review . . .
Welcome to the new NFL.
Not really because good fundamental tackling puts the head in the vicinity of the hit while wrestling or “catching” or lowering a shoulder without wrapping keeps you clear of the ruleWe will have to adjust. I am hoping we can adjust tonight and in the Carolina game.
It could be an advantage in the first 1-2 weeks if our players don't lead with he helmet and we pick up a few penalties before teams adjust.
Also, this is gong to put more emphasis on goo fundamental tackling....something we were bad at in SB 52...
It’s harder when you don’t know what hit they are referring to and you have to search.I feel like I am playing a really hard “spot the difference” game.
OrFurther clarification for the new rule:
"If you're playing football while wearing a helmet, there's a significant chance that you'll be flagged for a foul."
I feel like I am playing a really hard “spot the difference” game.
Not really because good fundamental tackling puts the head in the vicinity of the hit while wrestling or “catching” or lowering a shoulder without wrapping keeps you clear of the rule
That is a penalty now.Actually, with fundamental tackling you need to put your head up and not tackle with the shoulder...but tackle centrally with your chest/face into the player's numbers.
Good tackling does, this rule doesn’t.It requires a player to take a good base stance prior to making a tackle (so you can use your legs to drive into the numbers) versus just throwing your body like a projectile. This requires players to be in a good position.
That is a penalty now.
Good tackling does, this rule doesn’t.
It comes down to what is called.Not sure...I remain confused like everyone else is. We will have to see how it goes. IMO, a good fundamental tackle isn't "leading with your helmet"....but that is only my opinion....
It comes down to what is called.
That was my point. Proper technique puts you at risk of a flag.
Some of the lazy tackling methods that you see in the NFL will never get the flag. I expect poorer tackling and more missed tackles.
It’s moving toward “you hit him hard, 15 yards”.Interesting perspective. I think it will reward fundamental tackling more....
If poorer tackling...then that might be an advantage for guys we have that are good in space (e.g. Edelman) or hard to bring down (e.g. Gronk).
Not sure if that would be good for our D.