Kicking in the NFL is out of control this season, and there’s one pigskin-wrapped culprit: The K-Ball. These are the unique balls teams are allowed to use for kickoffs and field goals, with the idea being that they add more consistency and reliability to ...

The NFL will mark the 250th birthday of the United States in 2026 with embossing on the footballs and special field markings. Commissioner Roger Goodell said in a news release Wednesday that the NFL has been working with the White House Salute to America 250 Task Force to take part in celebrating the nation's 1776 founding.

Kicking Balls Football Special footballs used for kicks and punts are held by a ball crew member during the first half of an NFL football game between the Los Angeles Rams and the San Francisco 49ers, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo ...