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How XFL rules differ from the NFL

The XFL announced their new league rules which highlight an emphasis on a faster pace of play.

The XFL announced their new league rules which highlight an emphasis on a faster pace of play. Big changes include the loss of traditional extra points, and a shootout style overtime where each team will get five single-play possessions from the five-yard line. SI’s Robin Lundberg breaks down the new rules and explains why they will give the upstart football league another reason to tune in.

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