Eagles' Lurie Defends Tush Push Amid NFL Safety Concerns

The Philadelphia Eagles' controversial 'Tush Push' play will remain legal for now, as a vote to ban it at the NFL owners' meetings has been deferred to May. Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie strongly defended the play, arguing there is no data proving it to be unsafe and that it is actually safer than a regular quarterback sneak. The proposal to ban the play, introduced by the Green Bay Packers, failed to secure the necessary 75% vote. Critics cite safety and aesthetic concerns, but Lurie dismissed these, comparing the current scrutiny to the historical criticism of the forward pass. The Eagles successfully converted the Tush Push into first downs or touchdowns 39 out of 48 times this season. Lurie emphasized the play's strategic value and the lack of any recorded injuries associated with it, advocating for its continued use until proven otherwise.