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flag CFL to shorten field, revise rules to boost pace and safety, starting next season.

flag Canadian Football League Commissioner Stewart Johnston announced on September 22, 2025, a series of changes to modernize the game, including reducing the field to 100 yards, shortening end zones, and moving goal posts to the back of the end zone to improve sight lines and safety. flag A new 35-second automatic play clock, opposite sidelines for teams, and a revised single-point rule—awarding points only if a returner is tackled in the end zone or concedes—aim to increase pace and excitement. flag The league says the updates encourage aggressive play and eliminate rewards for failure, with changes rolling out over the next two seasons. flag While the CFL frames the move as essential for long-term sustainability, some fans have expressed concern the changes may erode the sport’s unique identity.

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