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NFL bans chop blocks, announces six other rules changes

Below are the playing rules proposals that were adopted today by NFL clubs at the annual meeting in Boca Raton, Florida. Discussion and voting on other proposals will continue Wednesday:

1. By Competition Committee; Permanently moves the line of scrimmage for Try kicks to the defensive team’s 15-yard line, and allows the defense to return any missed Try.

2. By Competition Committee; Permits the offensive and defensive play callers on the coaching staffs to use the coach-to-player communication system regardless of whether they are on the field or in the coaches’ booth.

3. By Competition Committee; Makes all chop blocks illegal.