Nick Sirianni Appeals to Ex-Assists for Tush Push Vote Amid NFL Ban Proposal

The Philadelphia Eagles' 'tush push' play is facing potential ban during the NFL owners' meetings in Florida, with a proposal from the Green Bay Packers requiring a two-thirds majority of 24 votes for approval. Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni humorously called on former assistants Jonathan Gannon, Shane Steichen, and Kellen Moore, now head coaches at other teams, to support the play, citing its role in their career advancements. While the Eagles are expected to vote against the ban, there appears to be growing momentum toward its approval, with sources indicating increased opposition to the play. Sirianni previously downplayed safety concerns about the play and advocated for its continuation, while acknowledging he cannot assume support from his former assistants. Should the ban pass, a 10-yard penalty would be enforced for pushing a teammate taking a snap, though no injuries were reported last season. The outcome of the vote remains uncertain as discussions continue among league executives and coaches.