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NFL Introduces K-Balls to Enhance Kicking Consistency

10/3/2025

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The NFL approved pre-game preparation of kicking footballs (K-balls) to eliminate last-minute inconsistencies and improve practice consistency.
Each club will receive 60 K-balls to practice with game-ready balls during the week.
Critics, including Vic Fangio of the Philadelphia Eagles, warn longer field goals could result.
Early-season data show a slight 50+ yard field-goal drop versus 2024, per early stats.

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Story summary

The NFL approved pre-game preparation of kicking footballs (K-balls) to eliminate last-minute inconsistencies and improve practice consistency.
Each club will receive 60 K-balls to practice with game-ready balls during the week.
Critics, including Vic Fangio of the Philadelphia Eagles, warn longer field goals could result.
Early-season data show a slight 50+ yard field-goal drop versus 2024, per early stats.