© Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports Las Vegas Raiders LB is a Fan of Player Safety, Plans to Adjust to New Rule The NFL Competition Committee recently made the hip-drop tackle a 15-yard penalty. Las Vegas Raiders LB Robert Spillane isn't worried about the new rule affecting his game. Author: Ezekiel Trezevant IV Apr 19, 2024 In this story: Robert Spillane Las Vegas Raiders NFL National Football League Competition Committee The National Football League Competition Committee made the hip-drop tackle a 15-yard penalty earlier this offseason. The rule states, "It is a foul if a player uses the following technique to bring a runner to the ground: (a) grabs the runner with both hands or wraps the
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