NFL introduces new suspension rule for 2026: Three violations of these five penalties will result in ban

The league is putting greater emphasis on five penalties as part of its continued effort to improve player safety ...

NFL teams don’t always accept the penalty: Here’s the reason why they decline sometimes

A penalty against your opponent might sound like an automatic advantage, but NFL teams can decline a flag when the result of ...

NFL, NFLPA agree to new fine and suspension system for penalties related to health and safety rules

After banning the hip-drop tackle in 2024, the NFL and NFLPA take yet another step toward making the game safer.

NFL players can be suspended for on-field penalties under new rule

The NFL and NFLPA announced Wednesday, Aug. 26 that they are enforcing a greater emphasis on five player health and safety rules violations.
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First flea-flicker of 2026 season results in 49-yard penalty

The first flea-flicker of the 2026 NFL season from New England Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson to Drake Maye results in 49-yard penalty against Seattle Seahawks corner back Josh Jobe.

What are NFL rules changes in 2026? Red flags, kickoffs

The NFL continued to fiddle with the new kickoff alignment it introduced for the 2024 season.