Games aren't as exciting as they use to be, and there are a ton of reasons as to why. Mainly the rule changes have watered the game down to the point where you can't see players show off all of their talents. It was fun watching DB's battle with WR's and roughing each other up. It was exciting to watch the big hits and the violent players - and while I agree with the concern for head injuries, there are a ton of penalties when it's clear the player used his shoulder, but it's still a 15 yard penalty. There is so much hype for the Norman vs OBJ match ups because people know it will get physical. Players are way too friendly nowadays, and there is rarely any beef with divisional opponents. The NFL won't allow teams to celebrate after scoring, and those are the best parts of the entire game. They completely kill the mood by penalizing your team for having fun, and in return, it's a buzzkill for NFL fans.

 

NFL Officials are not held accountable for their terrible calls, and most of the time they're game deciding. I think the NFL needs to invest in getting new officials, and get them properly trained. And for the love of God, you should be allowed to review penalties. Nothing is more infuriating than watching your team get called for holding (example), when it's clear the player never did. Patriots, Broncos, Packers, and Seahawks have owned the NFL for awhile now, and it gets boring. Where is the talent on other teams? There is a lack of it for some reason.

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