The American Football Coaches Association is forwarding a proposal to the NCAA that would allow players to participate in up to four games of a season without burning their redshirt year. The proposal falls somewhere between the current “five years to play four” model and that of those that advocate for simply giving players five years of eligibility. The rule would eliminate the need for injured players to apply for “medical redshirts.” Advocates believe allowing redshirts on the field for a few games could also help prevent injuries by allowing their main contributors more rest.
How the new redshirt proposal could save college bowl games
