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April 02, 2025: Ground rules: NFL confirms big changes

The use of tech and changes to OT rules are among the biggest updates. More changes may be on the way, but will they help fan frustration? - Angie
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The use of tech and changes to OT rules are among the biggest updates. More changes may be on the way, but will they help fan frustration? - Angie
 
NFL owners approve expanded replay assist, amended OT format
NFL's kickoff rule change nullifies main argument against tush push
Packers HC Matt LaFleur shares strong opinion on possible tush push ban
Eagles owner fires back at 'aesthetics' criticism of tush push
Coaches address NFL eventually expanding to 18-game regular season
Roger Goodell hints at playoff change that could address longstanding complaint
 
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Pacers officially clinch postseason berth without even playing
Coby White lifts Bulls to play-in berth
A surprising new report emerges about Kevin Durant's future
Report reveals one reason for Durant's frustration with Suns HC
Draymond Green was 'very' serious about signing with Warriors rival
Is time running out on Isaiah Thomas potentially returning to NBA?
 
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Mets left-hander to be shut down another two weeks after setback
A look back at Lance Lynn's career in wake of retirement news
Rafael Devers, Red Sox could reach quick breaking point
Does DFA mark the end of Jesse Chavez's Braves tenure?
Three struggling MLB stars who are bound to bounce back
 
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Watch: Nick Suzuki may have saved Canadiens' playoff chances in 40 seconds 
Canadiens' Lane Hutson joins exclusive club with latest dominant outing
Lightning defensemen Ryan McDonagh joins elite club with latest blocked shot
Avalanche's Gabriel Landeskog trending toward a return — for real
How John Tortorella's departure has already impacted Flyers for the better
 
"I still feel like I've got some stuff to work on. I still don't think my game is absolutely 100 percent under the control I would want." - Rory McIlroy
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Akshay Bhatia defending at Texas Open with Masters on his mind
Three storylines for Valero Texas Open: Is it Tommy Fleetwood's time?
Tiger Woods tortures golf fans with cruel April Fools' joke
Bubba Watson riles up golf world with bold Scottie Scheffler take
What LIV Golf must do to survive
 
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Former Maryland players may not be happy with Buzz Williams hire
Watch: Scott Van Pelt has harsh words for Kevin Willard
...but Van Pelt's frustration is misguided
Todd Golden explains Walter Clayton Jr. and his importance to Florida
Shaq's son Shaqir O'Neal commits to play for father's former enemy
 
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Six-time Pro Bowler back for 18th season, reunites with team that drafted him
New report reveals interesting detail about DK Metcalf's Seahawks exit
Steelers owner reveals how much longer they'll wait for Aaron Rodgers
49ers CEO makes strong statements about signing Brock Purdy to extension
Falcons HC Raheem Morris divulges thoughts on QB Kirk Cousins' OTA plans
Do the Chiefs expect a retirement tour from Travis Kelce?
 
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Why the Pistons are exactly what the NBA needs right now
Ja Morant owed Taylor Jenkins some patience before shocking firing
Lakers' Gabe Vincent making an impact after disastrous start to season
Rest assured, the Thunder have a strong case to chase 70 wins
Dominant Thunder break NBA record, eye more NBA history
 
"I knew everything that was going on the entire time. There was no point where I was in the dark or wondering." - Pete Alonso
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Giants' Justin Verlander offers surprising revelation about Astros
Phillies claim pitcher off waivers from division rival
Astros acquire RHP from Blue Jays
Unexpected player hits for the cycle
Why the torpedo bat might be perfect for Elly De La Cruz (but not for everyone)
 
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JR Motorsports decides on appeal of Smith's Martinsville penalty
After Xfinity Series' Martinsville disaster, NASCAR must step in
Insider suggests NASCAR 'black flag' drivers after Martinsville debacle
Legacy Motor Club sues another team over charter agreement
Bubba Wallace reveals two texts he always gets from Michael Jordan
 
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MLS' Earthquakes struggling despite these league-leading stats
Sporting KC, coach Peter Vermes part ways after two decades together
'He's an exciting player': Chicago Fire acquire 21-year-old midfielder
Deck stacked against hapless Montreal
Watch: Arsenal's Bukayo Saka scores first goal after absence
 

 
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