NFL, NFLPA Start Three-Strike System for Dangerous Plays
The NFL and NFLPA now combine five safety violations toward a one-game suspension, while adding fine refunds, coach meetings, club penalties and appeals.
Player Safety
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NCAA Changes 2026 Targeting Suspensions, Not Ejections
A one-season NCAA experiment keeps first-offense targeting ejections in place but removes the automatic next-game suspension for Division I football in 2026.
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NCAA approves cut-resistant gear mandate for college hockey
Division I men’s and National Collegiate women’s hockey players will face a cut-resistant gear mandate in 2027-28; Division III remains under review.