Reports: NFL may look to ban controversial 'Tush Push' play popularized by Eagles

Jalen Hurts had ten rushing first downs in Super Bowl LVII, in part because his teammates pushed him forward. That could potentially go away in 2023.

PHILADELPHIA — The NFL competition committee is expected to reevaluate a nearly 20-year-old rule allowing offensive players to push a ball carrier forward, thanks in part to the effectiveness demonstrated by the Philadelphia Eagles in using this rule last season.

Jalen Hurts converted 36 out of his 40 quarterback sneaks last season, including 10 rushing first downs in Super Bowl LVII, thanks in part to his teammates pushing him forward after the ball was snapped – a strategy nicknamed the

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