NFL rule changes

[soxhop411]

Doug Kyed ‏@DougKyedNESN  2h2 hours ago
A WR is now ruled defenseless after an INT or possible INT.
 
Doug Kyed ‏@DougKyedNESN  2h2 hours ago
Players can't pull opposing players off a pile after a fumble. Will be met with a 15-yard penalty.
 
Doug Kyed ‏@DougKyedNESN  2h2 hours ago
If a player is involved in a fight, even in a peace-keeping manner, he'll be fined.
 
 
Doug Kyed ‏@DougKyedNESN  1h
1 hour ago
On Dez Bryant rule, the NFL is looking for a player to be able to defend himself. Applies to defenseless receiver and completed catch.

 

[soxhop411]

updated

 

[ivanvamp]

So if there's an interception and the defense brings it back, you can't hit a WR because he's defenseless? Does that mean the WR can make a play on the ball carrier then?

 

[edmunddantes]

No. You can't make a play on them by hitting above the shoulder.

 

[doc]

No. You can't make a play on them by hitting above the shoulder.

In the head?

 

[edmunddantes]

In the head?

Neck area too, just like defenseless receiver in act of catching the ball (or a QB throwing).

 

[DJnVa]

So if there's an interception and the defense brings it back, you can't hit a WR because he's defenseless? Does that mean the WR can make a play on the ball carrier then?

 
Do you know what "defenseless player" means? It certainly doesn't mean you can't hit them.