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On YouTubeAtlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Talk / April 2
On the tush push, what does Roger Goodell want? 
Whenever someone asks about the longtime hammerlock Rich McKay has had on the Competition Committee, the answer is simple. McKay, as the belief goes in league circles, continues to chair the Committee because the Commissioner wants him to.
NFL News / WI Sports Heroics / April 1
Green Bay Packers Propose More Extensive Rule Change After 16 Owners Support Tush Push Ban
The Green Bay Packers did the NFL world a favor by proposing a “tush push” ban for next season. While the Super Bowl champion Eagles took full advantage of the play behind a dominant offensive line and athletic QB Jalen Hurts, plenty of teams, players and fans want the rugby-esque maneuver out of the game.
Detroit Lions News / Pride of Detroit / April 1
NFL considering 2 amendments to Detroit Lions rule proposals
No Detroit Lions rule proposals were accepted at the league meetings this week, but amendments to their rules could gain traction in May’s meetings. As
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The NFL Had 'Long' Discussion About New Playoff Format
The NFL will revisit a proposal to change the playoff seeding guidelines. On Tuesday, NFL owners tabled a vote on a new rule proposed by the Detroit Lions.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Talk / April 1
Rich McKay: There was a long, good discussion about Lions' playoff seeding proposal
It was a moderate surprise on Tuesday when word came down that the league had tabled — instead of rejected — Detroit's proposal to change the postseason seeding format.
NFL News / Pro Football Talk / March 28
Sparked by Lions' proposal, NFL to have "fresh discussion" on playoff seeding
The Lions have proposed playoff seeding independent of division championship. Even if the proposal fails, it will spark a conversation for the powers-that-be.
NFL News / Pro Football Talk / March 23
Kickoff rules will be back under the microscope soon
The NFL finally found a change to the kickoff formation that it likes. But the league apparently doesn't like it enough. Four weeks ago today, Competition Committee chairman Rich McKay said changes are likely coming.
NFL News / Field Gulls / February 24
Report: NFL considering tweaking kickoff rules some more
The goal is to reduce touchbacks, which were still fairly high under the “dynamic” kickoff. The NFL’s first season of the “dynamic” kickoff (in which players ironically are static until the ball is caught or hits the ground) did increase the rate of returns, but more tweaks could soon be made.
NFL News / Steelers Now / February 23
NFL Considering More Changes to Kickoff Rules
NFL Competition Committee Chairman Rich McKay discussed possible changes to the new dynamic kickoff. The Pittsburgh Steelers and 31 other franchises had to quickly adapt to the NFL’s new dynamic kickoff in the 2025 season.
NFL Considering Change To Controversial Kickoff Rule in 2025
The NFL could keep tweaking its kickoff rules this offseason. Last year, the league reimagined the kickoff after the 2023 season saw the lowest return rate in NFL history.
NFL considering potential changes to kickoff fair catch rule, possible elimination of onside kick
The NFL is looking to make big changes to kickoffs for the 2025 season. On Sunday, NFL Competition Committee co-chair Rich McKay talked about changing the kickoff fair catch rule and possibly eliminating the onside kick.
NFL News / Steelers Now / October 16
Architect of Steelers 1970s Dynasty Named Hall of Fame Finalist
Former Pittsburgh Steelers personnel director Art Rooney Jr. is among the 25 finalist for the 2025 Pro Football Hall of Fame Contributor category, the PFHOF announced on Wednesday.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / April 23, 2024
Mike Florio says Falcons will be docked this draft pick for tampering
The NFL is investigating the Falcons for their role in tampering with then-free agent Kirk Cousins. Most recently, Adam Schefter of ESPN reported that a conclusion could be reached as early as this week and punishment will be dolled out.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / April 19, 2024
Insider reveals Rich McKay’s role in Falcons not hiring Bill Belichick
Even though he’s not in the Falcons organization anymore, Rich McKay is still making headlines. The Falcons CEO, whose role has shifted several times over two decades with Atlanta, underwent another adjustment to his duties earlier in the offseason.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / April 18, 2024
Former GM eviscerates Falcons brass for passing on Bill Belichick
The tirade comes after a recent ESPN story claimed that a call from Robert Kraft potentially prevented Belichick from landing the Falcons' head-coaching gig.
NFL News / Pro Football Talk / March 27, 2024
Referees will specifically cite replay assistant, starting this year
As the NFL's expanded use of the replay assistant for real-time correction to mistakes made by the on-field officials, the on-field officials will be more explicit about the replay assistant's role in the change.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Talk / March 22, 2024
Rich McKay declines to share Competition Committee's position on delay of trade deadline
Before the NFL increased the length of the regular season by one week, the NFL moved the trade deadline from the Tuesday after Week 6 to the Tuesday after Week 8.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / February 8, 2024
Rich McKay’s ambiguity in Falcons organization is dizzying
From the press conference following Arthur Smith’s termination to Raheem Morris’ introductory press conference, Rich McKay’s role has shifted dramatically in the Falcons organization.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / January 26, 2024
Falcons Leadership Changes: CEO McKay 'No Longer Involved' in Operations
Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank's decision to hire head coach Raheem Morris on Thursday night wasn't the organization's only leadership change. Per release, CEO Rich McKay is no longer involved in the Falcons' day-to-day football operations.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / January 26, 2024
Falcons shake up organizational structure, Rich McKay no longer involved in football operations
The Falcons announced the hiring of Raheem Morris on Thursday afternoon, and by Thursday night, they dropped an equally shocking announcement that Rich McKay would no longer be acting as a liaison to Arthur Blank.
Atlanta Falcons News / The Falcoholic / January 23, 2024
Reports: Falcons coaching search may come down to Bill Belichick versus Rich McKay
It’s a battle for the heart of Arthur Blank, perhaps. Sometimes in life you are given a choice between a pair of situations you find unpalatable, and there is no third choice.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / January 22, 2024
Falcons insider sheds light on Rich McKay’s role with team
One of the most confusing aspects of the Falcons organization is Rich McKay and his role with the team. McKay was the GM of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers from 1994-2003, where he experienced a lot of success and helped them to a Super Bowl in 2003.
NFL News / The 33rd Team / January 17, 2024
In-Depth Look Into Each NFL Head Coaching Vacancy: What Could Teams Do Next?
This year's coaching cycle is the busiest in recent history, and there's plenty of debate about which team has the best situation. Let's take a bird's-eye view and examine each team's owners, general managers, quarterbacks and draft capital situation.
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 15, 2024
NFC Notes: Ikem Ekwonu, Rich McKay, Raheem Morris, Falcons, Panthers
Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk mentions Rams DC Raheem Morris as a name to watch for the Falcons’ head-coaching job should they not pursue a deal with Bill Belichick.
Atlanta Falcons News / The Falcoholic / January 9, 2024
Arthur Blank and Rich McKay’s press conference makes it clear where the power lies for the Falcons
Much depends on the Falcons getting this next hire right, and Monday’s press conference did not exactly reassure in that regard. The Atlanta Falcons held a Monday press conference following the Arthur Smith hiring that was intended to illuminate the reasons for the move and sound an optimistic note about the team’s immediate future.
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