Browns, Steelers propose rule changes. How could they change the NFL?

The Cleveland Browns and Pittsburgh Steelers are usually bitter AFC North rivals. This year, they have something unique in common: Both teams have proposed a change to the NFL rulebook. The NFL sent out a memo on March 18 announcing the rule changes proposed by each team.

Both changes would affect the outlook of the offseason in different ways, and one of them could increase activity ahead of the annual NFL trade deadline. Browns free agency: Browns to sign ex-Bills defensive end A. J.

Epenesa to bolster edge depth No team proposed a rule change attempting to ban the Philadelphia Eagles ' "Tush Push" quarterback sneak play after a contentious debate and vote last offseason. NFL competition committee co-chair Rich McKay said in February that he had not heard about another attempt to ban the play and that another "Tush Push" vote was unlikely this year. Here's a closer look at the Steelers' and Browns' rule change proposals for the 2026 season (and beyond): Browns propose change to NFL draft pick trade eligibility Cleveland's proposal deals with trading draft picks.

Under current NFL rules, teams are only allowed to trade picks in a draft that will take place within the next three seasons. The Browns are proposing to expand the maximum range to five years out. Browns offseason: Where do the questions linger for Browns after 1 week of free agency?