NFL football overtime is a critical and intense phase where the game’s outcome can shift rapidly, particularly when a tie remains after regular play. The sudden-death format maintains fan engagement, emphasizing the significance of every play in determining the winner.
Specific rules govern possession and scoring in NFL overtime, heightening the drama of this pivotal sporting period, where teams have a fair chance to possess the ball unless the first possession leads to a touchdown.
This rule ensures an equitable opportunity for both teams to possess the ball, prolonging the game until a victor emerges or time ends, amplifying the excitement and tension of the match.