Article 5XMM8 NFL changes overtime playoff rules in wake of Chiefs-Bills thriller

NFL changes overtime playoff rules in wake of Chiefs-Bills thriller

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  • Both teams will now have chance to score touchdown
  • Rules remain unchanged for NFL teams in regular season

The NFL is changing its sometimes controversial overtime rules to guarantee each side gets the ball in the playoffs.

Concerned that the coin toss to begin the extra period has too much impact on postseason game results, the owners voted on Tuesday to approve a proposal presented by the Colts and Eagles.

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