NCAA rules committee proposes moving up kickoffs and touchbacks for safety reasons

9 February 2012, 3:58 pm

BIRMINGHAM, Alabama -- Kickoffs in college football could look dramatically different in 2012. Citing safety concerns, the NCAA Football Rules Committee recommended today to move kickoffs and touchbacks up 5 yards each in hopes of fewer returns.... Read More »

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