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NFL Competition Committee Announces Recommendations to Simplify Catch Rule

The NFL Competition Committee attempted to simplify the rules for making a catch by recommending a three-step process for a player to register an official reception.

Al Riveron, the NFL's senior vice president of officiating, shared the recommendations:

Al Riveron

After much deliberation & input from coaches, players, @NFLLegends, & club executives, the @NFL Competition Committee will recommend the following language simplifying the catch rule at the Annual Meeting next week. https://t.co/hJwH5YYBRK

The New York Times' Benjamin Hoffman noted the changes will need to be approved at the NFL's annual owners meeting before they're implemented.