Logic Posted April 21, 2021 Posted April 21, 2021 https://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2021/04/21/nfl-passes-expanded-jersey-number-rule/ Get ready for jersey numbers to look different. NFL owners approved a rule proposal today that dramatically expands which positions are eligible to wear which numbers. Now jerseys with numbers in the single digits can be worn by defensive backs, linebackers, running backs, fullbacks, tight ends, H-backs and wide receivers. Defensive backs and linebackers could wear any number from 1 to 49, while running backs, fullbacks, tight ends, H-backs and wide receivers can all wear 1 to 49 and 80 to 89. Quarterbacks, punters and kickers will still be required to wear numbers 1 to 19, linemen will still wear 50 to 79, and defensive linemen and linebackers could also wear 90 to 99. Several NFL players have indicated that they’ll consider changing their jersey numbers this season. 2 1 1 2
Doc Brown Posted April 21, 2021 Posted April 21, 2021 Gee, I wonder if the prospect of selling more jerseys factored into this decision? 4 1 1 1
PetermansRedemption Posted April 21, 2021 Posted April 21, 2021 This couldn’t be any less consequential for my enjoyment of the game. 1 2
BuffaloBillies Posted April 21, 2021 Posted April 21, 2021 I really do not care about #s. But I'm guessing this impacts the refs the most? They probably rely on #'s (at times) to tell things like illegal man downfield and stuff like that? 1
thenorthremembers Posted April 21, 2021 Posted April 21, 2021 Absolutely hate it. Thought the college players looked incredibly stupid wearing 0 last year. Why the NFL insists on fixing things that arent broke, but not fixing things that are is beyond me. A Defensive Back can now wear the #1 but teams are limited on the variations of their helmets and jerseys? 1 2
17islongenough Posted April 21, 2021 Posted April 21, 2021 Still need to get rid of the 1 shell rule. 3 1
Saxum Posted April 21, 2021 Posted April 21, 2021 38 minutes ago, Doc Brown said: Gee, I wonder if the prospect of selling more jerseys factored into this decision? Or requirement that players needed to buy up old jerseys when they change numbers.
Clyde Smith Posted April 21, 2021 Posted April 21, 2021 This sucks, don't like it at all. I rather the NFL let teams wear all uni's in team history than this.
The Jokeman Posted April 21, 2021 Posted April 21, 2021 56 minutes ago, Logic said: https://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2021/04/21/nfl-passes-expanded-jersey-number-rule/ Get ready for jersey numbers to look different. NFL owners approved a rule proposal today that dramatically expands which positions are eligible to wear which numbers. Now jerseys with numbers in the single digits can be worn by defensive backs, linebackers, running backs, fullbacks, tight ends, H-backs and wide receivers. Defensive backs and linebackers could wear any number from 1 to 49, while running backs, fullbacks, tight ends, H-backs and wide receivers can all wear 1 to 49 and 80 to 89. Quarterbacks, punters and kickers will still be required to wear numbers 1 to 19, linemen will still wear 50 to 79, and defensive linemen and linebackers could also wear 90 to 99. Several NFL players have indicated that they’ll consider changing their jersey numbers this season. So the bigger question is will a WR on the active roster for the Bills wear a number in the 80s? or will we keep guys in the 10s? 1
Ethan in Cleveland Posted April 21, 2021 Posted April 21, 2021 Did I read this correctly? No LBs in the 50's???? I like the change with the exception of that. The greatest LBs of all time wore numbers in the 50s. That makes no sense. 4
BarleyNY Posted April 21, 2021 Posted April 21, 2021 1 hour ago, PetermansRedemption said: This couldn’t be any less consequential for my enjoyment of the game. It literally ranks below cheerleaders 1
AmishRifle Posted April 21, 2021 Posted April 21, 2021 17 minutes ago, Ethan in Portland said: Did I read this correctly? No LBs in the 50's???? I like the change with the exception of that. The greatest LBs of all time wore numbers in the 50s. That makes no sense. Absolutely agree with this. Really? No LBs in the 50s? In my best Berman voice, “C’mon Man!!” 1
Seasons1992 Posted April 21, 2021 Posted April 21, 2021 In other rules news: Tabled a proposal from the Buffalo Bills that would have pushed back interviews for general manager and head-coaching positions until after the championship round of the playoffs and would have prevented hires until after the Super Bowl. It will be further studied.
letsgoteam Posted April 21, 2021 Posted April 21, 2021 When you say the number 56, what sport and position do you automatically think of? An American Football Linebacker. Dumb... I agree, any player who changes #s while on the same team should be required to "buy back" any fans purchase. The jersey would need to be turned into the official team store in Buffalo or sent via mail. The fan would receive a voucher to be able to get a new jersey of that player (or $ value assigned if say that they wanted to upgrade and to put it towards the purchase of a more expensive type/style of jersey)
BringBackFergy Posted April 21, 2021 Posted April 21, 2021 I thought the league retired #99 in honor of Mark Gastineau??
Mr. WEO Posted April 21, 2021 Posted April 21, 2021 2 hours ago, BuffaloBillies said: I really do not care about #s. But I'm guessing this impacts the refs the most? They probably rely on #'s (at times) to tell things like illegal man downfield and stuff like that? O-lineman won't change numbers.
SydneyBillsFan Posted April 21, 2021 Posted April 21, 2021 I think it's a great idea. In fact, I would go a step further and introduce Jersey numbers -1 to -20 for underachieving, untalented or lazy footballers on the roster. The further away from zero, the less valuable or respected the player....for example: -3...Marcel Dareus -7...Russel Bodine -16...Kelvin Benjamin In fact, I'm logging on to Fanatics.com to pre-order my Vontae Davis -20 jersey right now!!
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