NFL faces scrutiny for inadequate enforcement of hip-drop tackles ban, leading to injuries.
The NFL has faced criticism for inadequately enforcing its ban on hip-drop tackles, which have a significantly higher injury rate than other tackles. Despite fining players like Baltimore Ravens' Roquan Smith for illegal tackles, officials struggle to identify these plays during games. Notably, Smith's tackle led to Tampa Bay's Chris Godwin suffering a season-ending injury, underscoring ongoing challenges in ensuring player safety.
October 25, 2024
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