NFL Owners Meeting Highlights: Rule Changes, Flag Football, Rooney Rule

The meeting saw the NFL introduce several rule changes, most notably allowing onside kicks at any time and a contingency plan for replacement officials. These adjustments aim to improve game flow and address potential officiating shortages.

Commissioner Roger Goodell also announced a new flag football league to boost the sport’s global reach and highlighted the league’s commitment to the Rooney Rule, affirming that diversity remains a core value.