Nfl Rule Changes 2024 Kickoff Time. The nfl’s new kickoff rules are expected to revive one of the most exciting plays in the game while decreasing the risk of injury with fewer high. Kickoff returns were becoming obsolete after a series of rule changes to make them safer over the past several seasons.

Last season led to a new low with just. The team planning to onside kick must declare their intention to officials, and only a team trailing is.