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Theory of why the NFL wants to get rid of the kickoff

It is a fact that the kickoff in American Football is a traditional part of the game.

However, it seems the NFL is edging towards eliminating this play altogether. The reason: injuries and concussions. And injuries in the league mean the possibility of blown out knees and assorted ankle ailments. With concussions this brings into the fold CTE. Of course, with CTE issues, this means lawyers, settlements, and money going to other sources which aren’t part of each NFL club owner’s wallet.

God runs the world, but before every major decision, he consults an attorney.

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In traditional kickoffs, the kicking team is Hell’s bells going down the field like Kamikazes.