NEW YORK — The NFL is making plans to speed up the pace of games, including changing how video replays are handled and using a time clock for extra points.
The league also is discussing with the TV networks how to make commercial breaks less intrusive.
For officiating replays, the referee no longer would go under a hood to watch a play. Instead, a tablet would be brought to him on the field and he would consult with league headquarters in New York. The final call would be made in New York.
Support by 75 percent of the 32 team owners would be needed at next week’s annual meetings for passage of the proposals.