Sports Daily: Should the NFL Look at Elminating PATs?

[skabatula]

I'm okay with eliminating the PAT, but what does that do with the 2 pt conversion? Is it not an option now? Would TDs be 7 points instead of 6?

[Cryolemon]

Quote: Originally Posted by skabatula

I'm okay with eliminating the PAT, but what does that do with the 2 pt conversion? Is it not an option now? Would TDs be 7 points instead of 6?

The plan, IIRC is that you would either take the "automatic" extra point, or go for two as of now, with the TD only being worth 6 if you failed.

I'd prefer it if they just made the person who scored the TD kick the XP.

[tril]

increase the distance by 10-15 yards. wind/weather would then play more of a factor, which would likely increase 2pt attempts.

[tril]

increase the distance by 10-15 yards. wind/weather would then play more of a factor, which would likely increase 2pt attempts.
I dont want to see it go. Getting rid of PATs will kill some drama in crucial/clutch situations. tieing or winning a game with a PAT at the end of regulation still has some drama to it.

[BlastX21]

Finally, a Rodger Goodell proposal that I'm not categorically opposed to.

Its not something I would actively lobby for, but there won't be any complaining if it happens.

At least this isn't a horrible idea. Eliminating kickoffs and expanding the playoffs on the other hand....

[razorkaos]

I dont like it, really. If they get rid of PATs, then, the next thing they will cut will be the kickoff (i really cant understand how someone would think about removing kickoffs, when returns play an important role in the game, and i'm not eve talking about the touchdowns on kick returns).

[Cardot]

Why not narrow the goal posts? PAT's won't be so automatic, and Field Goals are a little tougher to encourage coach's to go for it more on 4th down.

[dickey1331]

I think they should just leave it alone. If it aint broke...