[BGHater]

Why winning athletes are getting bigger

[RayChuang88]

I think the level of offense dramatically changed from the 1972 season on when the NFL moved the hash marks on the field to be parallel with the goal posts. The result was obvious: it freed up a LOT more room for offenses, and the first result was a dramatic increase in running yards. Later changes in rules to protect quarterbacks and to stop the "bump and run" on wide receivers also dramatically increased scoring, too.

[relictele]

Paralysis by analysis.

The NFL has intentionally and incrementally tied the defense’s hands. Soon tackles will be abolished to be replaced with two-hand touch and a polite suggestion that the ballcarrier take a knee or step out of bounds.

The result is inflated scores and a cynical manipulation of results that would make the NBA hang its head in shame.

[Dysart]

Ironic that he's publishing this theory on the opening gameday of the Titans vs the defending champion Steelers, who are not thought of as speedy or prolific in terms of scoring points. These champs, generally speaking, win the day by neutralizing speed, offense... and not known for outscoring or outquicking their opponents. This theory may have some merits but this a glaring and possibly significant exception.

[Proud_USA_Republican]

Basically, the NFL has brought the "Jordan Rule" into the league to protect their QBs and boost scoring to keep the $$$$ increasing.

Thus defenses aren't allowed to sneeze at the QB without some kind of penalty. Now known as the "Brady Rule".

[Vigilantcitizen]

It’s simple...

Used to, receivers had to earn their way open. Now, they don’t.

The NFL is slowly but surely turning the game into two hand touch.