The New England Patriots were one of five teams to vote against the new NFL kickoff rule, which states any kickoff fair caught inside the 25-yard line will act the same as a touchback.
While the rule ultimately passed (and Patriots’ players and coaches has since voiced their displeasure) it is now their responsible to follow the rule. And perhaps, find a way to use it to their advantage.
As veteran kicker Nick Folk explained in the spring, teams may not be willingly to show their hand during the preseason on how they plan to approach the new rule.