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Time to Ban Hip Drop Tackle? After Mark Andrews, Florida QB Jordan Travis Falls Victim to Brutal Play

Published 11/18/2023, 8:11 PM EST

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The opener to NFL’s Week 11 has seen many stories unfold. Amidst a spectacular win for the Baltimore Ravens, injuries were one of the leading developments from the game. Most notably, the injury to Mark Andrews that has reignited the conversation about banning a certain tackle.

One of the key things in the NFL is player safety. Recently, a certain tackle has come under scrutiny following a series of significant injuries to key players. This controversial technique raises critical questions about its impact on the game and the well-being of athletes. What changes lie ahead?

Hip Drop tackle reignites the ban controversy

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The football world is reeling from a series of injuries, casting a spotlight on the controversial ‘Hip drop’ tackle. This technique, once again is in the limelight following incidents involving prominent players. The latest injury was suffered by Jordan Travis following the injury of another significant player. The college football starlet faced a similar fate to Mark Andrews after the ‘ridiculous’, but fairly legal hip-drop tackle.

Jordan Travis was carted off the pitch during his match for Florida State. The tackle saw him in agonizing pain and immediately requested help following the coming together. While the injury continues to develop, this will be food for thought for American football enthusiasts to consider banning such a dangerous tackle to protect their stars of today and tomorrow.

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As concerns for player safety grow, the question looms: Should the ‘Hip drop’ tackle be banned to protect athletes, or is it an intrinsic part of the game’s physical nature? Even though Jordan is now injured, his performance this season has been commendable so far. So much so, that he even managed to make a record.

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Jordan Travis cements legacy with triumph over Miami

Jordan Travis’ remarkable journey as Florida State’s quarterback culminated in an unmatched record. He made a 3-0 standing against arch-rival Miami. His leadership certainly shone brightly in the recent gritty 27-20 victory, marking a personal as well as a program triumph.

The player, hailing from South Florida and bearing a family legacy tied to Florida State, this victory was more than a game for Travis. It was a statement that was fueled by a deep-seated rivalry and past experiences. His performance in overcoming an aggressive Miami defense and a hostile atmosphere was specifically commendable.

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Travis’ legacy is now intertwined with Florida State’s resurgence. What do you think of Jordan as a player? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below.

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