So, (1) the PAT simply would be attempted from the spot on the field from where the TD play was originally snapped.
Then, (2) bearing in-mind that the goal posts already have went through some aesthetic changes through the years, someone has suggested a new era set of posts that are dual-pronged.
The current 18-ft width would remain applicable for FGs, but then an inner set of new posts would extend at a 12-ft width, specifically for PATs.
I'd like to see both, personally, but even just one of the two would be an improvement.
Mark - 9 years ago
Why don't they move the hash marks wider like in college. Maybe even a "kickers" set of hash marks and a "regular" set that is how they are now placed. It won't change extra points, but it could have an effect on field goals.
Keep it as it is, make a punt return or kickoff return for a TD worth more. Like 10 points and no extra 1 point kick afterwards.
move the extra point back to the 30 yard line and if you miss it the other team has the option of a kickoff return or accepting the ball at the 30
I like it that when the snap is bad, or if a team desires to fake the PAT, the two-point conversion is just as in-play as ever.
I don't like us messing with distance for that reason.
That leaves us with two other options, both of which are entirely reasonable to modify, in my opinion.
1. Angle (as stated above) and/or
2. Width of goal posts
So, (1) the PAT simply would be attempted from the spot on the field from where the TD play was originally snapped.
Then, (2) bearing in-mind that the goal posts already have went through some aesthetic changes through the years, someone has suggested a new era set of posts that are dual-pronged.
The current 18-ft width would remain applicable for FGs, but then an inner set of new posts would extend at a 12-ft width, specifically for PATs.
I'd like to see both, personally, but even just one of the two would be an improvement.
Why don't they move the hash marks wider like in college. Maybe even a "kickers" set of hash marks and a "regular" set that is how they are now placed. It won't change extra points, but it could have an effect on field goals.