NFL and XFL team up on “select innovation programs” with a focus on player health and safety

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Some NFL fans found it odd that the NFL would allow Dwayne Johnson, co-owner of rival football league the XFL, introduce Super Bowl LVI on the field last week. Well, it turns out the XFL and the NFL are partnering on everything from player health to officiating. “We are extremely pleased to collaborate with the NFL in these important areas,” XFL co-owner and chairwoman Dany Garcia said. “We are bringing forward an XFL that is progressive and forward-thinking when it comes to innovation, leveraging the newest technology to enhance gameday experience. We have an open field for innovative rules to enhance in-game access. Sharing insights and practices between the XFL and NFL will do a tremendous amount of good for the game of football and support the player ecosystem overall.” Johnson tweeted: "Exciting time in football as our @XFL2023 will join forces with the @NFL to collaborate on innovation opportunities to expand & grow the game of football. As an XFL owner, my #1 priority will always be the players."