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New kickoff rules confuse refs, result in safety for Jaguars

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- It's going to take a while before everyone in the NFL is comfortable and confident about the new kickoff rules.

That includes the officials.

There was some confusion about a kickoff during the Jacksonville Jaguars' 26-13 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs on Saturday night. Originally ruled a touchback, the call was overturned after a lengthy discussion and stood as a safety for the Jaguars.

Jaguars head coach Doug Pederson called the situation a teaching moment for the entire league and was pleased that while it took a while, the correct call was eventually made.