Rookie's Guide gives you everything you need to understand the basics of NFL football. Learn the rules in the NFL Video Rulebook, the official NFL Rulebook and more.
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NFL Video Rulebook
The NFL Video Rulebook explains NFL rules with video examples.
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History of the Official
“One thing hasn’t changed: the pressure. It will always be there.”
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Evolution Of The Rules
The custodians of football not only have protected its integrity, but have also revised its playing rules to protect the players, and to make the games fairer and more entertaining.
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Evolution Of The NFL Player
Creating an NFL player: from “everyman” to “superman.”
Evolution of the NFL Player
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