When the NCAA adopted the new rule that teams can fair catch a kickoff inside the 25-yard line, it set off a fiery debate that is the beginning of the end for kickoffs.
Someday soon, everyone will take possession at the 25 after situations that would have required a kickoff.
It is all about safety, and while it is better late than never, it might be time for the equipment industry to continue to step up improvements, especially in helmets, to cut down on concussions.
Things are changing, and the helmet that superstar quarterback Tom Brady -- who hasn't said he'll be back for this season -- wears is outlawed this football season because it doesn't meet stricter safety requirements the NFL has adopted.