NFL announces new rules for player suspensions for dangerous plays

The NFL has enacted new rules that could result in increased player suspensions for dangerous plays ahead of the 2026 season. These rules permit one-game suspensions for players who accumulate three safety violations in a season, which cover five specific types of dangerous hits. Each player will start the season with a clean slate, but violations will carry over into future seasons. The change aims to address repeated offenses rather than single incidents.

• 9:04 PMYahoo Sports — NFL enacted new rules that could see more players suspended for dangerous plays