Bears coach Ben Johnson and Eagles head Nick Sirianni clash over kickoff rules

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson is known for his bold, brash style following a playoff victory against the Philadelphia Eagles last season. Meanwhile, Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni faces scrutiny regarding the team's use of specific kickoff strategies involving ball holders and angles. NFL insiders report that special teams coordinators are meeting to clarify rules about whether 12th players must place balls on tees rather than directly on the ground during kickoffs. Eagle kicker Jake Elliott stated he did not believe adding a tee would negatively impact his ability to angle kicks, while acknowledging the nuances involved in changing kickoff regulations.