NFL implements major rule changes for 2025 season: What to know

The NFL is introducing several rule changes for the upcoming season aimed at improving gameplay and safety.
Wed, Apr 23
- NCAA Football
Chicago Bears hall of famer, long time defensive stalwart Steve McMichael dies at 67
Steve "Mongo" McMichael, who had been battling ALS for the last three years, died on Wednesday.
- NFL
NFL Draft 2025: Dallas Cowboys draft picks
Here's when the Dallas Cowboys will be picking in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Tue, Apr 22
- NCAA Basketball
Shannon Sharpe calls $50 million rape lawsuit filed by ex-girlfriend 'a shakedown'
Shannon Sharpe is facing a $50 million lawsuit from his ex-girlfriend, "Jane Doe," who accuses him of rape and other offenses during their relationship.
- NCAA Football
Mike Patrick, longtime ESPN play-by-play announcer, dead at 80
Mike Patrick spent 18 years as ESPN's voice of "Sunday Night Football.
Mon, Apr 21
- NCAA Basketball
Texas baseball players shine this week
The Longhorn baseball team strengthens its hold on the No. 1 national ranking.
- NCAA Basketball
Shannon Sharpe sued for $50 million over alleged sexual assault, per reports
Shannon Sharpe, host of “Club Shay Shay" and a former NFL star, is being sued for $50 million in a civil case alleging sexual assault and non-consensual video sharing.
- NFL
A.J. Brown's car stolen: Eagles receiver says he won't press charges if stolen car is returned
Philadelphia Eagles receiver A.J. Brown took to social media after he said his car was stolen, and offered an ultimatum to the alleged car thief.
Players:
Sat, Apr 19
- MLB
Shohei Ohtani, wife Mamiko Tanaka welcome first child
Shohei Ohtani announced his wife Mamiko Tanaka gave birth to their first child, a baby girl.
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