The new kickoff formation has made it even harder to recover onside kicks. Which makes it even harder for a team trailing by multiple scores to close the gap. Which is going to renew discussions about ...

The NFL made a significant change to its kickoff in 2024, instituting the "dynamic kickoff" to boost the percentage of returned kicks and make one of the league's most dangerous plays safer. The ...

One of the more negative side effects to the NFL's new kickoff rule has been what it's done to the onside kick, an already rare but exciting play that had the potential to help teams close the gap in ...

Arizona Cardinals place kicker Chad Ryland (38) kicks during the first half against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images The upcoming NFL 2026 season brings ...