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New rules changes put premium on kickoffs

By Todd McShay
Scouts Inc.

Tuesday, August 7, 2007

It didn't take long for the NCAA to admit its mistake in regards to last year's absurd clock rule changes. The Football Rules Committee will revert to traditional clock rules on change of possession and on kickoffs. In an attempt to give plays back but still keep the time of televised games in check, the NCAA had to trim some fat in other areas. One of those areas is on kickoffs, which will now be from the 30-yard line, instead of the 35, in order to cut down on touchbacks that stop the clock. ...

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