The NFL executive has steered the sports to a whole new direction. NFL exectutive has now introduced this to the sport.
Recently the associated press has learned that the NFL is replacing a certain element.
Read on to find out.
The NFL finally thinks its time for a change within the sport.
“We think there’s a real opportunity to do something wholly different here,” said the NFL executive.
Now, the NFL is no stranger when it comes to injuries.
You can find a long list of injuries sustained by NFL players here.
But now it seems as though the NFL is abolishing that old tradition…
And are now introducing flagged games.
The new event will overtake the old tradition, which started back in 1951.
It will be renamed The Pro Bowl Games…
Which will feature AFC and NFC players.
Peter O’Reilly, NFL executive told The Associated Press that the NFL has been looking for a Pro Bowl replacement for quite some time now…
And after getting feedback from players, coaches, and general managers…
The league chose this new direction to showcase the NFL’s pool of talent.
“We think there’s a real opportunity to do something wholly different here and move away from the traditional tackle football game,” he said.
He continues…
“We decided the goal is to celebrate 88 of the biggest stars in the NFL in a really positive, fun, yet competitive way.
“The feedback very directly from guys who had been in the Pro Bowl recently was to keep the construct of the week, make sure you’re having that multi-day element.
“It was overwhelmingly positive both from players as well as from clubs.”
It was in January 1951 that the Pro Bowl debuted in Los Angeles…
And it remained in Los Angeles for twenty-one seasons until 1972 to 1980, when the game moved to different cities.
The Pro Bowl has been criticized over the years of the quality of play.
It’s reasonable as to why players are concerned about getting injured…
And treating the game more like an exhibition…
Rather than a competition.
However, the situation could easily be resolved with a flag football game…
Which could increase the competition in the game…
And minimize injuries to players.
The NFL has a major interest in flag football.
The NFL partnered with the International Federation of American Football to bring flag football to The World Games in July.
Peyton Manning and his production company, Omaha Productions…
Have been involved with the plans to replace the Pro Bowl.
Introducing the flag football game…
Manning is hoping to attract a lot more youngsters to grow into the sport.
“The Pro Bowl has always been a time to step back and celebrate the game of football with teammates, fans and family,” Manning said.
He continues: “I’m thankful I can continue to be part of the week as all of us at Omaha Productions work with the NFL to reimagine The Pro Bowl Games.
“Making Sunday’s game a flag football game is great to see.
“Youth football has been extremely important to me, and knowing NFL flag will help grow this sport.”
“I hope boys and girls can see themselves playing the same game as the best players in the world.”
What are your thoughts?