The NCAA has approved new college football rules for the 2024 season, including the use of helmet communication devices and the addition of a two-minute warning, aligning the sport more closely with the NFL.

By the Numbers
  • One player per team can have a helmet communication device for direct contact with coaches and sideline personnel.
  • The device aims to speed up the game by reducing the time needed for play calls.
Yes, But

There are limitations to when in-helmet communications can occur, with restrictions during the final 15 seconds of the play clock and after the ball is snapped.

State of Play
  • Ohio State Buckeyes' head coach, Ryan Day, has already started implementing the new devices in practices to familiarize players before the season starts.
  • Teams will now have a two-minute warning at the end of the second and fourth quarters for regrouping, similar to the NFL.
What's Next

As teams adjust to these rule changes, there may be further enhancements or adaptations to gameplay and strategies in college football.

Bottom Line

The NCAA's approval of helmet communication devices and a two-minute warning reflects a significant shift towards aligning college football with the practices of the NFL, potentially impacting the game's dynamics and pace moving forward.