US EditionNFL to use camera technology to measure first downs next season, approves more rule changes
- The NFL announced it will use Sony's Hawk-Eye system for measuring first downs starting in 2025.
- The NFL sought a more efficient and accurate method than the traditional chain system.
- Sony's Hawk-Eye system utilizes six 8K cameras for optical tracking and notifies officials of the outcome.
- The Hawk-Eye system completes the measurement in about 30 seconds, saving up to 40 seconds.
- The NFL aims to enhance accuracy and efficiency by integrating Hawk-Eye with its existing replay system.
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NFL to Use 'Hawk-Eye' Technology to Measure First Downs in 2025, Replacing Chain-Gang
If you're sick of watching your NFL bets hinge on the eyesight of middle-aged referees and marked by (typically more than middle-aged) chain gang members, there's good news for you. The post NFL to Use ‘Hawk-Eye’ Technology to Measure First Downs in 2025, Replacing Chain-Gang appeared first on Breitbart.
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NFL to use camera technology to measure first downs next season, approves more rule changes
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (WDAF) - The NFL announced a multitude of rule changes on Tuesday, including a new way to measure first downs for the 2025 season. The league will be using Sony's Hawk-Eye technology as the primary method for measuring first downs. Missouri bill could pave way for Royals stadium in Clay County Hawk-Eye will be implemented across all 30 stadiums and international venues hosting games. The technology includes six 8k cameras …
NFL Chain Gangs Are Going Extinct, As Technology Has Replaced Them
PALM BEACH – It's not quite a goodbye for the Chain Gang in the NFL, but technology has caught up to those guys (and some gals) and they're going to be fading into history.The only way to save the gang is if technology fails badly – which in this case seems not likely because it's been widely tested.The NFL on Tuesday announced Sony's Hawk-Eye technology will be used as its primary method for measuring the line to gain. The tech will be in use b…
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NFL implementing Hawk-Eye system to measure first downs
The method for measuring first downs in the NFL will switch from chain gangs to camera-based technology in 2025, the league announced Tuesday. The official use of Sony's Hawk-Eye virtual measurement system, consisting of six 8K cameras for optical tracking…
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