NFL fans may have fewer chances to get up for a beer and a bathroom break next season.
After seeing TV ratings decrease this season, NFL officials are looking at ways to speed up the pace of games and keep viewers interested.
Commissioner Roger Goodell outlined several ideas Wednesday during his annual “state of the league” press conference during Super Bowl week.
Goodell mentioned reducing dead periods by:
u25aa Having referees view plays on tablets rather than ducking “under the hood” during replay reviews.
u25aa Implementing a play clock spanning the time between an extra point or field goal and the ensuing kickoff.