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Originally Posted by M*A*S*H 4077
I'm fine with the fine on the play, but I agree with, Drake that the offensive players need to start taking some responsibility for their own safety. Defenders won't not hit them just because their head is down, they'll make the play (as they should) and deal with the consequences after the fact. I think the point for debate is how much of the damage did Kackert bring on himself? Does he get concussed if he doesn't lower his head like that? Obviously you hate to see injuries and Brackenridge should probably be fined, but in my mind a RB (or anyone) should not be allowed to drop his head like that. Or, if they do drop their head like that they should be giving up some of the rules designed to protect them as they're making it harder for defenders to get underneath them and tackle them with a low tackle.
And what's this I hear about Braley looking to sell his teams?
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Agree with this 100%...however as the rules are written right now, the defensive player is fully responsible in these situations, which is why this particular fine is appropriate.
He didnt have to hit him the way he did, but he did and thats the bottom line.