The end of the three point stance?

[mlmpetert]

I truly do not like Goodell. I don’t recall any player getting knocked out or getting a concussion in the “trenches”. How about you talk about trying to make changes in the helmets before making these crazy suggestions.

[MTK]

Originally Posted by mlmpetert

I truly do not like Goodell. I don’t recall any player getting knocked out or getting a concussion in the “trenches”. How about you talk about trying to make changes in the helmets before making these crazy suggestions.

You may not get knocked out but the cumulative effect of all the little impacts over time may be more damaging than the big hits.

[SmootSmack]

Originally Posted by mlmpetert

I truly do not like Goodell. I don’t recall any player getting knocked out or getting a concussion in the “trenches”. How about you talk about trying to make changes in the helmets before making these crazy suggestions.

He did also talk about improved helmets (sometime over the weekend, maybe not in that specific interview)

[WaldSkins]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

He did also talk about improved helmets (sometime over the weekend, maybe not in that specific interview)

Maybe they can get all these new ideas ironed out during the work stoppage.

[Dirtbag59]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

He did also talk about improved helmets (sometime over the weekend, maybe not in that specific interview)

That would mean the lightweight helmets are probably gone. You've all probably seen them before they have a ridge, sort of like a mohawk, over the middle of the helmet and the holes are a little longer. Not the worst idea in the world, especially if you're trying to prevent concussions.



However if you get rid of the 3 point stance you fundamentally change the game. It's honestly a horrible idea. At that point you might as well make running the ball illegal. Hopefully the fans will speak up and make sure that this does not get past. I'm pretty sure though that the D-Lineman, O-Lineman, and Running Backs will have something to say since this rule could seriously affect their value.