Following the GA/TX game, the targeting rule looks to be amended to the following.
*Defenders, who upon encountering the ball carrier, must either remove their helmet before initiating contact with the ball carrier, or
*Defenders, who upon encountering the ball carrier, must, within 1-1/2 yards, turn and attempt to tackle with their butts.
This rule change is in effect to protect teams and players, especially those with a current #1 ranking.
*Defenders, who upon encountering the ball carrier, must either remove their helmet before initiating contact with the ball carrier, or
*Defenders, who upon encountering the ball carrier, must, within 1-1/2 yards, turn and attempt to tackle with their butts.
This rule change is in effect to protect teams and players, especially those with a current #1 ranking.