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Tyler Greenawalt

JJ Watt says NFL getting closer to flag football with recent rule change

NFL approved a ban on “swivel hip drop” tackles Monday, which would penalize defensive players for pulling offensive players to the ground with their bodies. While these tackles have resulted in some serious injuries, a lot of NFL players aren’t happy with the decision by the league, its owners and the competition committee.

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