The XFL He is expected to return to the field in 2023, but the league will work alongside NFL On new innovation opportunities, including changing the rules and developing administrators as part of a new partnership.

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A general view of the NFL logo is seen on the field before the game between the Arizona Cardinals and the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium on October 3, 2021 in Englewood, California.
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Both XFL and NFL A joint statement was issued on Monday with plans to expand the football game and “create increased opportunities for player development” on and off the field.

In the statement, the leagues said health and safety will be a “focus area” in both learning and innovation. XFL will work with the NFL on potential players’ physical and mental fitness programs and will also study playing surfaces and equipment, as well as ideas on game trends and data.

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“We are very pleased to be collaborating with the NFL on these important areas,” said Danny Garcia, co-owner and president of XFL. “We offer a progressive and forward-thinking XFL when it comes to innovation, leveraging the latest technologies to enhance the multiplayer experience. We have open scope for innovative rules to enhance access within the game. Sharing ideas and practices between XFL and NFL will do a tremendous amount of good to the game of football and support the player ecosystem. in general. “

Other ideas may include international football development, exploration, management and testing of different rules of the game to protect players and improve overall play while including technology to make management much better.

Jack Patrick #29 of the Tampa Bay Fibers holds the ball after scoring during the first quarter of an XFL game against the DC Defenders at Raymond James Stadium on March 1, 2020 in Tampa, Florida.
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“XFL has shown us that innovation is one of its core principles. We hope that this relationship will support further development and improvements in the game of football at all levels,” said Troy Vincent, NFL Executive Vice President of Football Operations.

XFL intends to return in February 2023.