Should the FHSAA use NCAA rules for football instead of NFHS Rules?

[Joshua Wilson]

Some interesting topics pop up on Twitter from time to time and one that is really catching my eye and is certainly one open for debate is the use of NCAA rules for football instead of the current NFHS rules. 

I know Texas is the biggest among them that uses NCAA rules over NFHS rules and clearly it has worked for them. Massachusetts also uses NCAA rules. So their examples of big and small using it. 

 

So, why wouldn't it work for us? I think the FHSAA ought to look at this. Why not match our level to the Texas level? 

 

Here is an opinion that I shared through the Twitter account on the topic that was started by an assistant coach at Palm Bay High:

 

 

 

Share your thoughts on this below.

[DisabledAccount]

What changes would that mean?

[Hwy17]

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What changes would that mean?

 

The biggest change that I can think of would be kickoffs could be returned from the end-zone.  Also, fair-catch kicks would be eliminated, but you don't see that much anyways.  

[Hwy17]

Interesting: https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=3&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0ahUKEwiE0LPGhrbSAhWK6yYKHeaRDDsQFggqMAI&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ccafo.org%2Fdocuments%2FSIGNIFICANT%2520DIFFERENCES%2520%2520NCAA%2520v%2520NFHS%2520(2015).pdf&usg=AFQjCNHDmr1X4LLAThvJYOWVFyZsssE1KA

 

 

 

 https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0ahUKEwiE0LPGhrbSAhWK6yYKHeaRDDsQFggfMAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.anefo.org%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2016-NCAA-vs-Federation-Rule-Differences.docx&usg=AFQjCNEzW39uuw8oeOpTkhdVGjbKIJkCNg

[s1nglewing]

Hashes are spaced at different widths, I believe - tends to make passing easier.

[Joshua Wilson]

Yes, there is a difference on the hashes. That was another difference that was brought up as well. 

 

The FHSAA should really look into this. 

[Joshua Wilson]

Here is how Texas deals with things. 

 

They even have an exceptions list to the rules.

 

http://www.uiltexas.org/football/rules-guidelines

[sunshine state baller]

Cut blocks outside the tackles are permitted.  No running clock (not sure).  

[DisabledAccount]

Cut blocks outside the tackles are permitted. No running clock (not sure).

 

Running clock doesent really stop blowouts

 

Some teams can score 60 points in first half and running clock don't come into effect till second half

[Joshua Wilson]

Cut blocks outside the tackles are permitted.  No running clock (not sure).  

 

FHSAA could make an exception to that rule. It would not be hard at all to transfer current rule into the setup that need to be there.

[Sharkbait]

I personally hope they leave things as is,  we are going through enough changes with this new playoff format and school choice.  

[Joshua Wilson]

I personally hope they leave things as is,  we are going through enough changes with this new playoff format and school choice.  

 

It was a suggestion thrown out there and I just extended upon it. I would have noted if there was something "official" from the FHSAA.

[sunshine state baller]

Personally, I love the Texas HS rules.  Prepares the kids for the college game.

[DisabledAccount]

Personally, I love the Texas HS rules. Prepares the kids for the college game.

The rules are good and i personally don't care much for the running clock but it would have a steep learning curve for teams and officals who are used to Old rules and could take some time to get used to

 

Maybe they can try it for spring games and see how it works then slowly convert lf they seriously considering it