Onside Kick Rules 2024. The nfl adopted a radical new kickoff and kick return format for the 2024 season during the annual owners’ meetings in orlando this week. Can only happen in fourth quarter;
The nfl introduced significant changes to its kickoff rules for the 2024 season to boost the incentive for more players to return kickoffs — while limiting touchbacks and injuries. 4th quarter begins, the team trailing has the opportunity to declare an onside kick to the officials;