Tim Brown Advocates for NFL Rule Changes

Tim Brown, a legendary Pro Football Hall of Famer, spent an impressive 16 seasons with the Raiders in both Los Angeles and Oakland. He’s known not just for his long career, but also for his nine Pro Bowl selections and being recognized on the all-1990s team. While he may not possess a Super Bowl ring, his statistics speak volumes—14,934 receiving yards and 100 touchdowns solidify his status as one of the greats among wide receivers.

Currently, Brown holds the position of president and commissioner of the Arena Football League, which operates with six teams playing a 7-on-7 format. When appearing on “Up & Adams,” he shared his thoughts on potential rules that could transition from arena football to the NFL.

“We’d eliminate the kicker,” Brown stated. “Kicking has always been a bit of a drag. I used to own an arena team, and honestly, the kicking part was pretty tough. Those field goal posts are pretty narrow, making it challenging for kickers.”

He added, “The pace can really slow down because of it. In the arena league, we want a faster game, and the focus is on throwing the ball. It’s kind of thrilling.” Although the NFL has tweaked certain kickoff rules before, Brown emphasized a different approach, especially since alternatives have emerged in leagues like the United Football League regarding post-touchdown points.

Finally, any rules changes would still require approval from 24 of 32 NFL team owners, a hurdle that could shape the future of the league’s gameplay.