Mel Kiper Jr. Faces Backlash Over NFL Comments

ESPN draft analyst Mel Kiper Jr. faced backlash after suggesting the NFL ban two-high safety defenses, arguing they are ruining the game by reducing offensive production. Kiper's comments, made during an appearance on 'Get Up,' were met with widespread criticism from the NFL community, including former players and analysts who defended the strategic importance of the formation. Jay Gruden, in particular, questioned Kiper's understanding of defensive tactics, suggesting he stick to draft analysis. The two-high safety defense is designed to limit deep passes and has been a key strategy in modern NFL defenses. Many argue that the decline in offensive output is due to various factors, including poor offensive line play, rather than defensive schemes alone.