The Tush Push Faces Increasing Scrutiny

In a shocking offseason revelation, the controversial ‘tush push’ play, favored by the Philadelphia Eagles and other teams, barely survived a potential ban in the NFL—only two votes saved it, with 22 teams clamoring for its removal.

Dean Blandino Sounds Off

During the live broadcast of the Eagles versus Chiefs Super Bowl LIX rematch, former NFL vice president of officiating and current Fox rules analyst Dean Blandino didn't hold back his feelings about the play. He declared, "I’m done with the tush push, guys. It’s a hard play to officiate,” highlighting the ongoing frustration among officials.

Is the End Near for the Tush Push?

The future of the tush push remains uncertain as the league weighs real injury data against player safety concerns. With a crucial season ahead, NFL executives will need to decide if they are collectively fed up enough to push for an outright ban, which could sway Commissioner Roger Goodell to take action.

Current Sentiment Among Teams

According to recent stats, a staggering 68.75% of NFL teams wanted the play eliminated earlier in the season. If the vote needed for rule changes were just two-thirds instead of the required 75%, the tush push would be history.

A Signature Move on the Field

As the defending Super Bowl champions, the Eagles have turned the tush push into an unstoppable offensive strategy, using it six times against the Chiefs in their latest matchup. Whether it’s for safety concerns or the perception that it doesn’t resemble traditional football, the pressure is mounting for another potential rule change.

What Lies Ahead?

With the season progressing and sentiments clearly against the play, fans and players alike will be watching closely. Will the NFL officially retire the tush push in 2026, or will it continue to be part of the game? One thing's for sure: the debate is far from over.