NFL owners green light several new rules for upcoming season, including kickoff and replay assist changes

Multiple NFL rules changes announced on Tuesday are expected to alter the way games are played this fall.

Last year, the NFL owners approved a drastic change to the kickoff. This upcoming season, teams will be further incentivized to avoid touchbacks. 

If a ball doesn't land in the return zone, a new rule approved by NFL team owners means a touchback will result in the ball being placed at the 35-yard line.

Rich McKay, NFL competition committee chairman and Atlanta Falcons CEO, said the league projects the kickoff rule change would result in a considerable increase in kick returns going forward.

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