The Buffalo Bills had all they wanted in January: Kansas City’s defeat.
They are now trying to ensure that no NFL team starts the offseason like it did.
After suffering a devastating AFC divisional round defeat, Brandon Beane, Bills general manger, backed a proposal to modify the league’s postseason rules.
Beane stated, “Ours will be more than one possession, and then you get another possession. It is a time, like in basketball, where you play five minutes.”
“Baseball is a game in which both teams win the top and bottom halves of an innings. This is the postseason, so there’s a time limit. This way both teams have a chance, and possibly more than one possession.
Beane admitted that the league’s competition panel could receive multiple proposals at this week’s annual NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis. He joked that there might be one from all 32 NFL teams. This week, no decision is expected.
It’s not only current Bills that are jumping onboard.
Frank Reich, former Colts quarterback, supports the move. Reich is a member of the first-year committee and is not sure what it might include.
Reich stated that it was basically something that would guarantee each side a possession. “I believe there is a place for each team to have possession. However, I see both sides. You have 60 minutes to win a match, so win it. Or play defense.”
After complaints that the coin flip was often used to determine the winner, the NFL changed its overtime rules in 2010. The current system states that overtime ends if the first possession results in either a touchdown or defensive score. Buffalo was the victim of this system.
If the first possession ends in a field goal (or a tie), the opposing team has a chance at winning the game or tying the score. These rules are valid throughout the season.
The Bills now want to give every playoff team one more chance.
Sean McDermott, Bills coach, stated that he believes there is a better way. “We have some ideas, and I believe they’ll help the game move forward. We’ll watch to see what happens.”
OPEN DOOR POLICY
Bruce Arians, Tampa Bay Buccaneers coach, won’t hesitate to welcome seven-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady.
Arians confirmed that Brady’s replacement may already be on the roster, just one month after he announced his retirement. Tampa Bay selected Kyle Trask in round two last year.
If Brady changes his mind, however, the Bucs would be happy to have him back.
“That door is never closed. Arians stated that Tom will always return home if he wants it to.
If Brady wanted to play for a different team, would the Bucs be as accommodating?
“Nope,” Arians said. “Bad business.”
TRADING PLACES
Trent Baalke, Jacksonville Jaguars general manger, holds the No. For the second consecutive year, the No. 1 overall pick.
After selecting Trevor Lawrence as his quarterback last season, he doesn’t need another. However, speculation has been rife about a possible trade.
Baalke stated, “You are always available for business.” It is unlikely that we will shop it, but saying so is not entirely true. It is unlikely that we will. We will see if anything comes our way that makes sense.”
It might not be the same seller’s market Colts general manger Chris Ballard discovered in 2018, when they shipped the No. 3 overall selection to New York Jets.
He said, “You need some luck and someone to covet a high-ranking player.” “It was a very heavy quarterback draft. People were reaching out to get them so it worked. “This year, I don’t know.”
SAQUON, SO LONG!
Joe Schoen, the Giants’ general manager, said that difficult decisions will be made as he tries to keep his team below the salary cap. He may even trade running back Saquon Barkley (the No. He was the 2nd overall pick in 2018.
“We are still working through it, but I am open to all possibilities, regardless of whether it is trading player for player. Schoen stated that he will listen to anyone, even if it involves trading a few players.
“We’re in a difficult situation. We have to reach the salary cap. While I won’t say yes to every deal I hear, I will listen and be open to all options that may work for the New York Giants.
OVER THERE
General manager Brian Gutekunst stated that the Green Bay Packers were going to play in London for the 2022 season one day after league officials had announced it. Green Bay is the only NFL franchise that hasn’t played in London in a regular-season match since 2007.
Gutekunst stated that “our fans are excited.” “I have been receiving texts since the announcement. “Packers Nation will be strong.”
