NFL Owners Reject Tush Push Ban with 22-10 Vote

NFL owners voted against banning the controversial "tush push" play, falling two votes short of the 24 needed to pass the proposal, with a final tally of 22-10. The play, popularized and perfected by the Philadelphia Eagles, involves offensive players pushing the quarterback forward for short-yardage gains, and has been criticized for lacking skill and posing safety concerns. Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie and former center Jason Kelce strongly defended the play, emphasizing its safety and effectiveness, while proponents of the ban cited player safety and game pace as reasons for change. Despite initial reports suggesting the ban was certain to pass, Lurie and Kelce's interventions helped sway votes against it. The decision means the Eagles will continue using the play in the 2025 season, including against the Denver Broncos, who face them in Week 5. The ban debate is expected to resurface in 2026 as the NFL continues to consider the play's impact and safety implications.