In this episode of Saturday vs Sunday, Geoff Dover and John Barban dive deep into the proposed NFL rule changes coming out of the March owners meetings—and no surprise, we’re starting with the most controversial topic of them all: the “tush push.”The Green Bay Packers have officially proposed banning the now-famous quarterback sneak tactic that the Philadelphia Eagles have perfected. Jeff and John break down why the Packers might be behind this proposal (even though they don’t regularly face the Eagles), and why the rationale—player safety and pace of play—doesn’t hold up under scrutiny. From injury data to on-field execution, the guys agree that the play is more about the Eagles’ elite offensive line than any unfair advantage, and other teams should be trying to learn from Philly—not ban them.From there, the conversation turns to other rule change proposals, including the potential adjustment to defensive holding and illegal contact penalties. Should these fouls continue to result in automatic first downs, even if it’s 3rd and 25? John and Geoff go back and forth, weighing the impact on game strategy, fairness, and whether the five-yard penalty is enough of a deterrent. It’s a classic debate on whether the league should protect offense or reward defense—and how refs’ psychology may factor into making these game-changing calls.Then, it’s time to talk overtime. The guys consider adopting the playoff-style OT rules for the regular season, which would ensure both teams get a possession even if the first team scores a touchdown. Geoff argues in favor of the college system with a twist—start from the 25, both teams get one shot, and if it’s still tied, it’s a draw. John, meanwhile, proposes a pure football solution: just play a regular 15-minute quarter and let it end in a tie if needed. Either way, both agree the current system gives too much power to the coin toss, especially with stats showing coin toss winners took 12 of 16 overtime games last season.The episode also covers the proposal to re-seed playoff matchups based on overall record rather than division winners automatically hosting games. Jeff and John break down why this change makes total sense, especially when teams with losing records host playoff games over 12 or 13-win teams. They clarify the common misconception that re-seeding would eliminate division winners from the playoffs—it wouldn’t—it would just restore fairness to playoff seeding.Finally, the guys wrap up with a discussion on virtual ball-spotting technology. Why can we track luggage across the globe but can’t accurately spot a football? John explains the real tech limitations behind GPS and sensors, and why this rule change might not be as close as fans hope.Whether you’re an NFL junkie or just tired of seeing your team lose to a questionable flag, this episode is for you. Subscribe, share, and stick with us—because Saturday vs Sunday is just getting started.

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