Wednesday, June 22, 2016

NFL teams trying to reduce fumbles with beeping footballs (Yahoo Sports)

FILE - In this Dec. 13, 2015 file photo, Washington Redskins outside linebacker Trent Murphy (93) recovers a fumble after tackling Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler (6) for a sack during the first half of an NFL football game in Chicago. NFL teams are trying to cut down on fumbles by practicing with beeping footballs that emphasize ball security. The Redskins, Cowboys, Ravens, Colts and Buccaneers used the footballs during offseason workouts and reported improvement. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast, file)

Amid the hooting and hollering at Washington Redskins minicamp, there's a different sound in the air during running back drills. Coaches whack at the football with Matt Jones carrying it, and it beeps. The Redskins are one of five NFL teams using so-called beeping or whistling footballs to emphasize ball security.


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