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NFL implementing Hawk-Eye system to measure 1st downs

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According to Sony, "virtual recreations" of the first-down measurement will be shared on broadcasts and in stadiums.
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Hawk-Eye technology has already been implemented in a variety of other sports and has achieved great success.

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NFL to replace 'chain gang' with cameras to measure first downs during 2025 season
The NFL is replacing its traditional human-operated "chain gang" crews with a new innovative technology to decide ball placement and first downs during the 2025 season.
NFL Announces Hawk-Eye Technology Will Be Used to Measure 1st Downs for 2025 Season
Sony announced Tuesday that the brand's Hawk-Eye technology will be used "as the primary method for measuring the line to gain" during the 2025 NFL season. The Hawk-Eye system uses cameras to measure yardage gains.
Sony's Hawk-Eye Innovations Selected by the NFL to Revolutionize Line to Gain Measurements
Sony's Hawk-Eye technology will be used by the National Football League as the primary method for measuring the line to gain, beginning with the 2025 season. Sony's Hawk-Eye virtual measurement system allows the NFL to accurately and efficiently measure the distance between the spotted ball and the line to gain.
NFL implementing Sony's Hawk-Eye technology to measure line to gain in 2025
The NFL announced it will use Sony's Hawk-Eye technology as its new primary system of measuring the line to gain during games, starting this year.
Sony's Hawk-Eye Innovations selected by NFL to revolutionize line to gain measurements
Sony’s Hawk-Eye technology will be used by the National Football League as the primary method for measuring the line to gain, beginning with the 2025 season.
NFL to use cameras, not chains, to determine first downs in 2025
During the 2025 season the NFL will determine whether teams have reached a first down by using Sony’s Hawk-Eye system of six, 8K cameras that will optically track the position of the ball.

NFL, tush

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The NFL made the dynamic kickoff permanent and will require touchbacks to be brought out to the 35-yard line.
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The NFL owners were split down the middle Tuesday about the Packers’ rule proposal to ban the Tush Push — 16 voted in favor of outlawing the play, 16 voted to keep it as it is.
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Some coaches and executives believe the player safety concerns regarding the play were paramount.

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NFL tables 'tush push,' enhances new kickoff rule, targets unsportsmanlike conduct
The NFL, meeting in Palm Beach, tables a discussion on the 'tush push' while expanding the dynamic kickoff and targeting unsportsmanlike conduct.
Amid ongoing debate, NFL tables proposed tush push ban for now
The NFL’s team owners gave the tush push an at-least-temporary reprieve Tuesday while voting to move the touchback spot on kickoffs.
NFL Confidential: Inside the league's tush push tug-o-war
Will the tush push be banned? Is Aaron Rodgers still tracking to sign with the Steelers? Jordan Schultz's Insider column has the latest.
NFL saves the Tush Push — for now — but could revert to old rule to ban all pushing plays instead
Roger Goodell and the NFL cite the potential risk of injury on pushing plays as a significant factor in considering the old rule.
Vote on tush push ban tabled till May meeting
NFL owners tabled a vote on whether to ban the "tush push" play at the annual league meetings Tuesday in Palm Beach, Fla.
The Eagles can still run the Brotherly Shove. For now
The Philadelphia Eagles can still run their infamous Brotherly Shove. For now. NFL owners tabled a proposal to ban the play on Tuesday during the league’s annual meetings. The discussions that sparked drama throughout the week will continue indefinitely,
NFL teams table vote to ban ‘tush push’ at annual league meeting
The play has been frequently used by the Philadelphia Eagles and quarterback Jalen Hurts in short-yardage situations.
Eagles' Jeffrey Lurie says 'no reason to ban' Tush Push play; Roger Goodell addresses safety concerns
"I think for everybody, including myself especially, health and safety is the most important thing when evaluating any play," Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie said Tuesday at the league meetings. "We've been very open to whatever data exists on the 'Tush Push' and there's just been no data that shows it isn't a very,
Winners and Losers of Tush Push, NFL Rule Changes from 2025 Spring League Meeting
A number of rule-change proposals were up for vote on Tuesday at the league's annual spring meeting, with a potential ban on the Philadelphia Eagles' infamous "tush push" headlining the list. Many fans—and many who are directly involved with other NFL teams—have viewed the Eagles' variation on the quarterback sneak as an unfair competitive advantage.
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‘Worst Trade In the History of the NFL and It’s Not Close’ — Analyst Rips AFC Team For Historically Bad Deal
Senior NFL analyst Pete Prisco launched a scathing attack on the Cleveland Browns and their owner, Jimmy Haslam, for their botched trade for Deshaun Watson in 2022. Speaking on CBS Sports, Prisco labeled the trade “the worst trade in the history of the National Football League.
Roger Goodell talks professional flag football, women’s sports and ‘tush push’ at league meeting
With an eye on expanding the NFL brand, the commissioner spent a good portion of the conversation on flag football and women's sports.
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NFL's Global Markets Program adds four new clubs, two new markets in 2025
The National Football League announced an expansion of its Global Markets Program, with four new clubs and two new markets set to participate in 2025.
NFL reduces ‘Thursday Night Football’ flex window to 21 days, announces ‘Hard Knocks’ renewal
When the NFL flexes games it can make national matchups more compelling, but it can also impact fans negatively.
Roger Goodell says NFL still committed to diversity, despite Trump’s anti-DEI policies
For the second time since Trump took office, NFL commissioner Roger Goodell says the league's diversity efforts, which include the Rooney Rule, won't end.
The NFL Is Planning a Major Expansion. Here’s What Business Leaders Can Learn From Its Playbook
Take flag football, for example. The NFL has championed the sport’s growth worldwide, most notably leading the effort to have it included in the 2028 Olympics. By doing so, the league is seeding the ground for a future generation of non-U.S. players and fans. This has already paid dividends and will continue to down the line.
2025 NFL Draft: Fantasy football players, meet the rookie RBs, who have the potential to be part of a historic class
The Virginia Tech back was the story of the NFL scouting combine as the 206-pounder ripped off a 4.32 40-yard dash, fastest at the position. Bhayshul Tuten is a skilled player who has been productive when available. He was sixth among running backs with 140-plus carries and 4.4 yards after contact per carry.
Chiefs' Andy Reid on 18-game NFL Schedule
The Kansas City Chiefs are going through a lot of turn around this offseason. As they are getting ready for the new 2025 season, they have lost a lot of key pla
Former Browns tight end retires from the NFL
BEREA, Ohio (WKBN) – Former Cleveland Browns tight end Seth Devalve has officially announced his retirement from the National Football League. He made the announcement on social media on Wednesday.
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