Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell is fully embracing the new kickoff rules recently adopted by the NFL at their annual meeting. The changes to the rules involve alterations to coverage unit alignment and return team alignment, with the goal of promoting more returns and reducing violent collisions on the field.
Under the new rules, touchbacks will now be marked at the 30-yard line and fair catches will no longer be allowed in the field of play. Campbell believes that these changes will bring a renewed emphasis on special teams and ultimately lead to more exciting plays throughout the game.
Special teams coordinator Dave Fipp is equally enthusiastic about the new rules and has been working closely with Campbell to strategize how to best take advantage of the adjustments. Lions General Manager Brad Holmes has also acknowledged that the new rules could potentially impact future roster decisions for the team.
Both Campbell and Fipp are embracing the challenge and opportunity presented by the new kickoff rules, seeing it as a chance to showcase their team’s skills and adaptability on the field. As the Lions gear up for the upcoming season, they are excited to see how these changes will shape the game and ultimately benefit their performance.
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