NFL considers allowing teams to declare onside kicks at any time, when leading or trailing
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Key Points:
- The NFL is considering a rule change that would allow teams to attempt onside kicks at any point in the game, regardless of the score.
- Previously, teams could only declare an onside kick when trailing and initially only in the fourth quarter, with last year's change removing the fourth-quarter restriction.
- The Competition Committee's proposal would let teams onside kick even when leading or tied, though teams are unlikely to do so unless they are losing due to the high risk involved.
- The rule change requires approval from at least 24 NFL teams to be implemented.
