Tush Push

The Tush Push, also known as the Brotherly Shove, is an American football play popularized by the Philadelphia Eagles. It is a variation of the traditional quarterback sneak, in which the quarterback takes the snap and immediately drives forward while the offensive line is also surging forward. In the Eagles' version, additional players line up behind the quarterback and physically push him forward as the offensive line surges ahead. It is typically used in short-yardage situations, most commonly within 1 to 2 yards of the goal line or First Down marker.

The Eagles first attempted the Tush Push in 2021 with Jalen Hurts as their quarterback. Since 2022, the Eagles have regularly executed the Tush Push with notable efficiency, making it a key part of their offensive strategy and contributing to their appearances in Super Bowl LVII and Super Bowl LIX, the latter of which they won. Other teams in the NFL and college football such as the Buffalo Bills have tried to replicate the play with varying degrees of success. However, due to increased officiating scrutiny and defensive adjustments, the play was noted to decline in effectiveness by 2025.

The play has drawn controversy, with fans, players, coaches, team executives and media pundits calling for it to be banned. Critics argue that it creates an unfair advantage, causes difficulty for referees to officiate, poses safety risks, and decreases the watchability of the sport due to its high success rate. It has also been compared to the flying wedge, a similar play banned for over a century due to causing numerous injuries and fatalities. Supporters contend that it is legal, available to all teams, and should not be banned simply due to the Eagles' effectiveness running it.