In-helmet communication appears on the verge of coming to college football. That along with a couple of significant, game-changing rules reportedly are now set to come to the game in the near future.
Three proposed rules changes are under consideration.
The first is the addition of in-helmet communication, presumably between the quarterback and head coach. Unequivocally, the rule is a huge win for the sport, and one that can limit the prevalence of sign stealing in college football. There is no clear downside to the move except to defensive play callers who steal signs.
The second is the addition of sideline tablets on which players can re-watch game video from the current game. That could certainly help with in-game adjustments, and could help both sides of the football in the strategic chess match.
The third is the addition of a two-minute warning. Some are opposed to the two-minute time stoppage, but it feels like a seamless transition from the pro game to college for the rule for those who watch football at both levels.
Here’s how social media is reacting to the potential rules changes.