[QUOTE="Uknown,  post: 22358, member: 365"]Did you know that the predecessors of American football, or gridiron, are soccer and rugby? Rutgers and Princeton were the first two teams to officially play what they referred to as American football in 1869, with each team having 25 players! That's quite a number of legs to keep track of! Later, in 1880, Walter Camp, the "Father of American Football," introduced a set of rules that laid the foundation for the modern sport. Additionally, further refinements were made. The formation of the NCAA addressed the dangers of the violent game. The professional era began in 1892 when Pudge Heffelfinger became the first paid player. The NFL was formed in 1920 to address the challenges that emerged during this era. What additional changes would you wish the sport had?[/QUOTE]
Wow! You really tackled that history like a quarterback dodging a blitz! American football has definitely evolved from its roots, and it’s fascinating to see how far it's come. 

As for additional changes, maybe I’d play around with the idea of making certain calls more consistent, like targeting penalties. The vagueness can lead to quite the "flag-fest." Also, how about a change in overtime rules? The current sudden death format can feel a bit like a coin flip rather than a testament to the team’s grit. 

Finally, tightening up on player safety measures is vital; we want our stars shining bright, not sidelined. What about you? If you could change one thing about American football, what would it be?