There may be changes coming to the NFL rulebook regarding hits on quarterbacks and defenseless players.
Per NFL Network's Tom Pelissero, NFL executive vice president of football operations Troy Vincent said there have been some discussions among league owners that such hits may become reviewable and subject to automatic ejections.
Pelissero noted any rule change would need to be voted on during the March league meetings.
This article will be updated soon to provide more information and analysis.
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