Targeting, Overtime Rule Changes

[WoodsmanVol]

Apparently, the NCAA is semi coming to their senses. They have an oversight committee that will explore the possibility of adjusting rules that govern targeting and overtime. Looks like the may categorize hits. Were they maliciously or unmaliciously intentional? Overtime will be looked at for ways to avoid having games go into extended overtime sessions where player safety would be in jeopardy.

Not sure why I seem to smell some Saban in the OT thing. Cause I have a VERY vague recollection of him whining about it.

 

[MyBloodRunnethOrange]

They need to leave the overtime rules alone

 

[give_him 6]

The targeting rule is ridiculous. IMO - Its a knee jerk reaction that swung too far to the right.

I am not advocating for bringing back the days of Chuck Cecil, but too many of those ejections and penalties were ticky-tac calls.

 

[overseasorange2]

They need to leave the overtime rules alone

They are definitely better than the NFL's OT rules.

 

[CTVolsfan14]

The targeting rule is, IMO, the worst rule in all of sports. They must do something about the injections piece of it.

And to be honest, I know I'm in the minority here, but I think the college OT needs to be twerked. I personally would keep the same format as it seems to be popular, but move the ball back to the 50 for both teams. At least make the teams earn a field goal.

 

[Chilmonty]

Rule Change 1-A:

"All hits by TN players will be considered Assault, TN Player will then be ejected and Arrested!"

UpDate - Rule Change 2-B:

"Once per Season, Referees are Required to make a Call AGAINST TN that is SO BAD......the NCAA must make a rule Change!"

.

 

[Special Ed]

Unfortunately, changing the rules only further confuses the incompetent officiating staffs.
They haven't yet caught up to the current definition of targeting, so tweaking the definition won't help.

 

[UcaVol]

I hate the OT rules starting so close, its 3 plays thrown to the end zone then a field goal. Move them back where a kicker needs at least 2 first downs.

 

[VetVol]

"Apparently, the NCAA is semi coming to their senses. They have an oversight committee that will explore the possibility of adjusting rules that govern targeting and overtime. Looks like the may categorize hits. Were they maliciously or unmaliciously intentional? "

So are you saying that these plays will no longer be considered illegal?

 

[vols1707]

The targeting rule is ridiculous. IMO - Its a knee jerk reaction that swung too far to the right.

Absolutely right!

It’s so hypocritical to not pay players to play saying get free tuition, the college experience and let refs take games away from kids you don’t pay for a penalty that’s more times than not just a accident.

Steal playing time away from kids while you make $$ of them.

But if your lucky and good enough to get paid to play in the pros and get called for targeting... stay in the game. Just dumb hope they let the kids play.

 

[MoodyVol]

Targeting isn’t a bad rule in and of itself. It’s great for player safety. But yeah, this ejection thing is a bit out of hand and needs to be dealt with.

OT rules, I agree with @UcaVol

 

[82_VOL_83]

Apparently, the NCAA is semi coming to their senses. They have an oversight committee that will explore the possibility of adjusting rules that govern targeting and overtime. Looks like the may categorize hits. Were they maliciously or unmaliciously intentional? Overtime will be looked at for ways to avoid having games go into extended overtime sessions where player safety would be in jeopardy.

Not sure why I seem to smell some Saban in the OT thing. Cause I have a VERY vague recollection of him whining about it.

Saw this the other day, thanks for posting.

 

[99gator]

Overtime rules need to mirror the NFL.

Targeting rule (because it’s here to stay) should not lead to ejection. I don’t think it’s a good idea having them guess intent

JMO

 

[82_VOL_83]

They need to leave the overtime rules alone

I think that they should start from the 30 and kick the extra point, 2nd should start from the 25 and go for 2, 3rd should start from the 20 and go for 2, etc. I think that if you start far enough back, you give the D a chance to stop for a long field goal and that the field goal would be long enough to make it difficult. Could have OT's ending with only 3 points scored and 8 plays run. Short and sweet.

Or adopt the Pro Rules and let ties happen except in championship games and playoffs.

 

[IndianaVol]

Totally agree with most that for OT, the ball needs to start further back.
Also, saw a proposal that has each team kicking to the other for the possession - sort of brings the special teams phase and strategy into play more.

 

[82_VOL_83]

Overtime rules need to mirror the NFL.

Targeting rule (because it’s here to stay) should not lead to ejection. I don’t think it’s a good idea having them guess intent

Agree except for ejection. If it's only 15 yards, retaliation could still come in or intent to injure.

 

[82_VOL_83]

Totally agree with most that for OT, the ball needs to start further back.
Also, saw a proposal that has each team kicking to the other for the possession - sort of brings the special teams phase and strategy into play more.

I heard mention also the other day of allowing each team to have a possession no matter what occurs except for a first possession turnover(in the NFL). That would be good for college and line up with what you are talking about. Games would most likely end with one extra series for each team.

 

[stevenrich2003]

They need to leave the overtime rules alone

I would be ok with them making you go for 2 every time you score a TD. I think it would end game sooner and would be a little more exciting.

 

[peaygolf]

Both teams start at mid-field.
Simple.

 

[99gator]

Agree except for ejection. If it's only 15 yards, retaliation could still come in or intent to injure.

That possibility is there with any personal foul though.

A d-lineman going for a qb’s knees doesn’t get ejected.

I can see the other side.

My issue is that the vast, vast majority of targeting calls were not what was intended to be eliminated. It’s not a safety lining up a kill shot on a wr.

It’s typically guys trying to make a tackle and in a split second the offensive player moves or something happens and it’s a helmet to helmet hit.

So, it’s been very rare where I saw a game and thought the player needed to be tossed.

 

[OffTackleVol]

I hate the OT rules starting so close, its 3 plays thrown to the end zone then a field goal. Move them back where a kicker needs at least 2 first downs.

Agree 100% Move it back to at least the 40 yard line, maybe the 50. Require at least 1 first down before kicking a field goal.

 

[82_VOL_83]

"Apparently, the NCAA is semi coming to their senses. They have an oversight committee that will explore the possibility of adjusting rules that govern targeting and overtime. Looks like the may categorize hits. Were they maliciously or unmaliciously intentional? "

So are you saying that these plays will no longer be considered illegal?

Actually, they would now be allowed.

 

[82_VOL_83]

The targeting rule is, IMO, the worst rule in all of sports. They must do something about the injections piece of it.

And to be honest, I know I'm in the minority here, but I think the college OT needs to be twerked. I personally would keep the same format as it seems to be popular, but move the ball back to the 50 for both teams. At least make the teams earn a field goal.

As long as those injections aren't lethal I think we will be OK......the guy would still be able to play the next week. Also, doesn't look like you are in the minority.

 

[MyBloodRunnethOrange]

I think that they should start from the 30 and kick the extra point, 2nd should start from the 25 and go for 2, 3rd should start from the 20 and go for 2, etc. I think that if you start far enough back, you give the D a chance to stop for a long field goal and that the field goal would be long enough to make it difficult. Could have OT's ending with only 3 points scored and 8 plays run. Short and sweet.

Or adopt the Pro Rules and let ties happen except in championship games and playoffs.

They had ties for the longest time. Everyone hated it.

 

[82_VOL_83]

The targeting rule is ridiculous. IMO - Its a knee jerk reaction that swung too far to the right.

I am not advocating for bringing back the days of Chuck Cecil, but too many of those ejections and penalties were ticky-tac calls.

Ronnie Lott!