The “Tush Push” could be pushed out on Tuesday.
The NFL competition committee wrapped up its discussions on the “Tush Push” on Sunday and will vote it up or down on Tuesday. Dallas Cowboys COO Stephen Jones explained the committee’s approach on the proposal by the Green Bay Packers to ban the play.
“We’re looking for consistency as a committee, and we don’t allow pushing,” Jones said. “We don’t allow the linebackers to push the defensive lineman on extra points and we’re just trying to be consistent.”
Jones further said the league-wide quarterbacks are very athletic and they can find a way to get the extra yards without the pushing.
“These quarterbacks, I’m sure they would be wildly successful whether you are pushed or not,” Jones said. “I’m sure [Jalen Hurts] he’ll make first downs at a high rate, whether someone is pushing him or not, because he’s an inordinately strong special athlete. So we’re just trying to be consistent with the rule.”
Jones then praised the Packers for bringing the play up to the competition committee for its review.
“Green Bay really brought something to out attention that we felt like certainly needs to be vetted in the meeting room and amongst the owners and see where we come out on it.”
Jones also indicated Dallas will vote against the play as he desires the consistency of the no pushing rule.
The Buffalo Bills Sean McDermott said he will vote against the play as he is concerned for player safety.