The NFL Hall of Fame game is usually one of those things that casual fans tune in for a moment to cherish the fact that football is one step closer to being back before tuning out. This year may have been the same, but there is no doubt that this clip to open the game between the Chicago Bears and Houston Texans will get people talking: the brand new NFL kickoff rules:
First look at the new NFL kickoff rules.
Do you like it? pic.twitter.com/wOawRUjzA5— ESPN Cleveland (@ESPNCleveland) August 2, 2024As you can see, the kicker stands alone, and once the returner receivers the ball in the landing zone, everyone else can start moving and blocking.