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Throwin_Samoan wrote:Now, considering how field goal percentages have climbed steadily over time (from 63% when regular-season overtime was instituted to 85% in 2018), I totally get the idea that an offense doesn't have to do a whole lot to get into range for a kicker to end it in the first few minutes. So that's the caveat, I get that and it makes sense and the rule addresses that.
My guess is THAT's the main reason why the N.F.L. changed its overtime rules.