One of the most exciting plays in football, the kickoff return, took a big hit after rule changes were made in the NFL. In an era where so many incredible athletes like Devin Hester, Joshua Cribbs, Leon Washington, Brad Smith, Dexter McCluster, Dante Hall, just a name a few, this rule change has a significant impact. I explain how kickers now have two viable options to prevent kick returners from making a play. Nonetheless, one of the new wrinkles added alongside this new rule could be a saving grace. But I also discuss how it's not just kickoff returns that are effected, it's special teams as whole. The one unit in the game that's easily overlooked, but never forgotten.
Decisions were made involving official reviews and coach's challenges.
I also get into the new cover of Madden NFL 2012, Lawrence Taylor, Ochocinco, NBA and College Basketball. I also have some encouraging words for UConn women's basketball coach Geno Auriemma, who criticized his fans for not showing up to watch his Huskies make the Sweet 16.
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