College football games may end in a more timely fashion in 2021.
The NCAA approved a change on Thursday to the overtime rules for the upcoming season. It will require teams to attempt a 2-point conversion following a touchdown in the periods after the first overtime.
Under the previous format, the 2-point conversion was required only after the third overtime frame.
Additionally, teams will alternate 2-point plays instead of beginning a new drive at the opponent's 25-yard line if a game reaches the third overtime. The previous format required the use of 2-point attempts only in the fifth overtime.
The NCAA also listed multiple other points of emphasis for the 2021 season, including penalties for any taunting action directed toward an opponent.
NCAA rules panel has now officially approved these changes:
— Chris Vannini 😷💉 (@ChrisVannini) April 22, 2021
- Must go for 2 in the 2nd OT, 3rd OT is the 2-pt shootout
- Sideline area goes between the 20s
- More emphasis on taunting, uniform violations and coaches who leave the sideline
- Framework to penalize faking injuries
