The NFL's newly revamped kickoff rules aimed to inject excitement into a play that had become somewhat stale while also reducing the risk of injuries. However, the early results are showing mixed outcomes. After four weeks of the regular season, only one kickoff has been returned for a touchdown. DeeJay Dallas, a player for the Arizona Cardinals, managed to take a kickoff 96 yards for a score in the team's season opener. Currently, NFL kick returners are on track to score approximately 4.25 touchdowns this season, which is only a slight improvement over the four touchdowns recorded on kickoff returns last year. While it is still early in the season, evaluating the impact of the new rules solely based on touchdown counts may overlook the broader objectives behind the changes. Further adjustments may be needed as the season progresses to fully realize the intended benefits of the revamped kickoff rules.