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Jurko Sounds Off on New NFL Rule Changes — What It Means For Chicago Bears
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- The Chicago Bears Podcast
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- Apr 1, 2026
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🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | NFL Rule Changes Debate Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN Chicago’s John “Jurko” Jurkovic Brought to you by The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana & The Advantage Dealer Group The NFL is on the verge of major rule changes, and Pat and Jurko break down everything that could reshape the game as we know it. From kickoffs to scheduling, nothing is off the table. The guys debate whether the NFL should just get rid of kickoffs altogether, why replacement referees could become a serious concern, and whether an 18-game NFL schedule is inevitable — and maybe even a good thing. Plus, Jurko shares the one rule change he would implement immediately to improve the NFL product. 👇 Episode Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Should the NFL just eliminate kickoffs? 00:06:00 – Concerns about replacement referees 00:09:00 – 18-game NFL schedule feels inevitable 00:19:30 – Jurko’s rule change to improve the NFL 🎧 Subscribe for daily Chicago Bears talk, NFL debates & insider analysis from ESPN Chicago! 📱 Follow for more: #ChicagoBears #BearsPodcast #ESPNChicago #NFL #NFLRules #NFLSchedule #Jurko #BearDown