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As NFL owners convened for their annual spring meeting in Eagan, Minnesota, debate over proposed rule changes dominated the agenda.
Among the most contentious items was the potential ban of the "tush push" short-yardage play, a tactic popularized by the Philadelphia Eagles.
With no conclusive evidence tying the play to increased injury rates, proponents argue it adds strategic depth, while critics decry its rugby-like appearance and perceived unfair advantage.
On the Wednesday episode of the "New Heights" podcast, host Jason Kelce addressed rumors that the play and injuries sustained therein prompted his recent retirement.
"Some of the owners and coaches hinted that the reason I stopped playing was because of the tush push, and that I got hurt on the tush push frequently," Jason said, before adding, "I'll come out of retirement today if you tell me all I got to do is run 80 tush pushes to play in the NFL. I'll do that gladly. It'll be the easiest job in the world, and it'll be like 80-some snaps."
Jason also broke news that he will be attending the meetings in person, saying, "I'm actually going to Minnesota."
Jason spent 13 seasons anchoring the Eagles’ offensive line.
A Super Bowl LII champion, he earned six first-team All-Pro honors and seven Pro Bowl selections.
Former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce.Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images
As just one of two centers to make the Pro Bowl and be named an All-Pro in three consecutive seasons, Jason is often cited as one of the greatest centers in NFL history.
Since retiring after the 2023 season, he has transitioned into media, co-hosting "New Heights" and joining ESPN’s Monday Night Countdown crew in 2024.
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Among the most contentious items was the potential ban of the "tush push" short-yardage play, a tactic popularized by the Philadelphia Eagles.
With no conclusive evidence tying the play to increased injury rates, proponents argue it adds strategic depth, while critics decry its rugby-like appearance and perceived unfair advantage.
On the Wednesday episode of the "New Heights" podcast, host Jason Kelce addressed rumors that the play and injuries sustained therein prompted his recent retirement.
"Some of the owners and coaches hinted that the reason I stopped playing was because of the tush push, and that I got hurt on the tush push frequently," Jason said, before adding, "I'll come out of retirement today if you tell me all I got to do is run 80 tush pushes to play in the NFL. I'll do that gladly. It'll be the easiest job in the world, and it'll be like 80-some snaps."
Jason also broke news that he will be attending the meetings in person, saying, "I'm actually going to Minnesota."
Jason spent 13 seasons anchoring the Eagles’ offensive line.
A Super Bowl LII champion, he earned six first-team All-Pro honors and seven Pro Bowl selections.
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Former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce.Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images
As just one of two centers to make the Pro Bowl and be named an All-Pro in three consecutive seasons, Jason is often cited as one of the greatest centers in NFL history.
Since retiring after the 2023 season, he has transitioned into media, co-hosting "New Heights" and joining ESPN’s Monday Night Countdown crew in 2024.
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