Jason Kelce defends tush push technique following Seattle Seahawks penalty
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 10, 2026, 11:30 AM
Last updated Sep 10, 2026
Retired center Jason Kelce responded to fan criticism regarding the tush push play after the Seattle Seahawks faced an offside penalty while attempting their own variation, known as the Barnyard. The Seahawks defeated the New England Patriots during the Wednesday night opening game of the 2026 NFL season. Seattle operated for much of the contest without starting quarterback Sam Darnold and incurred 10 total penalties at Lumen Field. Kelce utilized social media to clarify rules regarding the neutral zone and the positioning of players during the play. The former Philadelphia Eagles player previously defended the maneuver amid ongoing league-wide debate over whether the tactic should be banned. The Eagles are scheduled to face the Washington Commanders this coming Sunday.
- •Seattle Seahawks defeated New England Patriots in the 2026 season opener.
- •Jason Kelce addressed online criticism about the tush push play on social media.
- •Seahawks received an offside penalty during a short-yardage play termed the Barnyard.
- •Philadelphia Eagles play the Washington Commanders on Sunday.
- •Seattle Seahawks played most of the game without starting quarterback Sam Darnold.
- 11:30 AMYahoo Sports — Jason Kelce hits back at fan online over Eagles tush push after failed Seahawks attempt
"Jason Kelce has hit back over frustrations surrounding the Philadelphia Eagles’ tush push play following the opening game of the 2026 NFL season. The reigning Super Bowl champions, the Seattle Seahawks, got off to a winning start over the New England Patriots on Wednesday night.
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