New Nfl Kickoff Rule 2024 Onside Kick. The nfl's kickoff rule has changed ahead of the 2024 season. The team planning to onside kick must declare their intention to officials, and only a team trailing is allowed to declare for an onside kick.

After the kicking team informs officials of their plans, the two teams will line up in traditional onside kick. Ahead of the 2024 season, the nfl decided to completely overhaul its rules.