Football Eagles are again attempting to get a 4th and long conversion option on kick offs

Womble · 03-24-2023, 10:54 AM

https://www.nbcsports.com/philadelph...te-onside-kick

"The onside kick proposal is very similar to one the Eagles proposed a couple years ago before it was tabled. It would basically offer an alternative to a traditional onside kick. Teams would face a 4th-and-20 from their own 20 yard line with a chance to convert and keep the ball.

Here are a few key points about the proposal:

• A team may elect to go for this 4th-and-20 just twice per game and must be trailing its opponent to attempt. They must notify the referee of their attempt and the ref will notify the other team.

• If the offense converts, it’s a first down and normal rules apply. If the defense gets a stop, they get the ball at the spot.

• If a team commits a penalty on its first try, it would not be able to change its mind and opt for a traditional kickoff.

• Teams will still have the option of going for a traditional onside kick.

The reason the Eagles gave for this proposal was “competitive equity and fan engagement.”

Big no from me. Not just because the whole idea sucks but I can just imagine Spags inevitably opting for a blitz every time so we **** it up and give them back the ball. I know we have the best 3rd/4th and long offense but **** allowing other teams the chance to beat us because we can't get the ball back.

03-24-2023, 10:54 AM	Topic Starter
Womble Veteran Join Date: Nov 2022 Casino cash: $-8029500	Eagles are again attempting to get a 4th and long conversion option on kick offs https://www.nbcsports.com/philadelph...te-onside-kick "The onside kick proposal is very similar to one the Eagles proposed a couple years ago before it was tabled. It would basically offer an alternative to a traditional onside kick. Teams would face a 4th-and-20 from their own 20 yard line with a chance to convert and keep the ball. Here are a few key points about the proposal: • A team may elect to go for this 4th-and-20 just twice per game and must be trailing its opponent to attempt. They must notify the referee of their attempt and the ref will notify the other team. • If the offense converts, it’s a first down and normal rules apply. If the defense gets a stop, they get the ball at the spot. • If a team commits a penalty on its first try, it would not be able to change its mind and opt for a traditional kickoff. • Teams will still have the option of going for a traditional onside kick. The reason the Eagles gave for this proposal was “competitive equity and fan engagement.” Big no from me. Not just because the whole idea sucks but I can just imagine Spags inevitably opting for a blitz every time so we ** it up and give them back the ball. I know we have the best 3rd/4th and long offense but ** allowing other teams the chance to beat us because we can't get the ball back.
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