Tweet This episode we fire up the DeLorean and head back to learn about the more prominent rule changes in NFL history. https://thefootballhistorydude.com/episode1/ (Episode 1) discussed how Walter Camp, The Father of American Football, helped transform the game from soccer and rugby closer to the style we are used to seeing today. However, this style of American Football was still very basic and dangerous. Throughout the past 100 years, the NFL has shifted to a pass-friendly league, predicated on high scoring affairs to maintain fan engagement. This episode starts with the forward pass and Teddy Roosevelt's demand to improve player safety, and it runs through the timeline to discuss some of the more impactful rule changes in NFL history. So strap on your seat belt, and let’s get ready to take this baby up to 88mph.
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Read Full Transcript Are you interested in sharing your favorite football moment on the show? This is your chance to share your story with all my listener’s. http://www.myfootballmoment.com (Click here to share your favorite football moment) LINKS FROM THE SHOW https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tJjiIuH1VnY (NFL 100 Super Bowl Ad - The 100 Year Game) Evolution of the NFL Rules - NFL Operations The NFL Competition Committee https://operations.nfl.com/the-rules/ (The Rules - NFL Football Operations) NFL - Health & Safety Rules Changes Pro Football Hall of Fame - Forward Pass Legalized Bleacher Report - 16 of the Best NFL Rules History.com - How Teddy Roosevelt Saved Football https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s0Ivf_bvjJg (YouTube - 20 NFL Players Responsible for Rule Changes) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JkCPJuWw58Y (YouTube - How the Rules of American Football Have Changed)
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