Greg Selner and Ben Seifert

That's A Dumb Rule

Sports EN ↓ 157 episodes

Discover some of the strangest, obscure or downright silly rules in sports that have you asking “is that a dumb rule?” Listen in on the conversations between two sports enthusiasts wanting to answer this question. Some rules you already know, others are the industry’s best-kept secrets. Find out what they are, the history behind them, and judge for yourself if it’s a dumb rule or not!

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Author

Greg Selner and Ben Seifert

Category

Sports

Podcast website

redcircle.com

Latest episode

Apr 5, 2025

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Episodes

REPUBLISHED - Episode 48: Football - Defensive Offsides 06.10.2023

Did you know there are 3 different ways to be offsides in football? Find out what these are and the differences between each one.

REPUBLISHED - Episode 45: Football - The Tuck Rule 04.10.2023

Oh the Tuck Rule, may you live on forever. Find out the history of this fairly modern rule and if it still exists today.

Episode 94: Football - The Roughing the Kicker Rule 03.10.2023

Roughing the kicker is one of the most game-changing penalties you will see in a game. But - there is more to this rule than meets the eye! Tune in and find out more.

Special Edition 38: Longest Current Big 4 Championship Droughts 30.09.2023

Some cities are spoiled. The win a championship year after year. And yet other cities, well, they seem to never get over the hump. What does it take to win a championship in one of the four (4) major men's sports, apparently a lot. Tune in to hear the list of cities that always win and on the other side, some cities that never win. Oh why can't I be a Boston fan?

REPUBLISHED - Episode 44: Football - One Knee Equals Two Feet 29.09.2023

What happens if you catch the ball and instead of getting two feet in, you get one knee in? Find out about this very specific rule and when this phrase started.

REPUBLISHED - Episode 43: Hockey - The Loser Point Rule 27.09.2023

Awarding a team a point for losing? Seriously? Find out why this is the case in the NHL and if it helps or hurts teams.

Episode 93: Football - The Assisting the Runner Rule 26.09.2023

Should a team be allowed to push the player that has the ball to gain more yards? I mean, is this rugby or football? Tune in and see if you agree or not!

Moment's Series - Episode 02 - 1986 Playoffs Bulls vs Celtics Game 2 23.09.2023

When you think of Michael Jordan, you think the greatest player of all time and his six (6) NBA championships. However, he didn't start out winning. In fact, he had to take his lumps just like everyone else. Tune in to hear how this one game really put Michael on the map to stardom.

REPUBLISHED - Episode 34: Football - The Defer Coin Flip Rule 22.09.2023

Why do teams defer after winning the coin flip? Does this really give them an advantage? Find out more about this fairly new rule and the impact it has had on games.

REPUBLISHED - Episode 2: Football - The Fair Catch Kick Rule 20.09.2023

In football, did you know a team could choose to kick an uncontested field goal? That's right - uncontested. No rush, no jumping and even no snap.

Episode 92 - Should Hits on QB be Reviewable 19.09.2023

We all know the NFL's cash cow are its quarterbacks. Should they be protected even more than they already are? Tune in and see if you agree or not.

Commissioner for a Day Series - Episode 03 - NFL 16.09.2023

Join us in our next episode of the "Commissioner for a Day" series as we cover the NFL. See what changes Greg suggests for the NFL and if you agree with them or not.

REPUBLISHED - Episode 28: Football - The Drop Kick Rule 15.09.2023

Did you know the drop kick is still a thing? Well, at least in the rule book. Find out about the long lost art of this very awesome kick and if it will ever make a majestic comeback!

REPUBLISHED - Episode 20: Football - Kick After Safety Rule 13.09.2023

Why does a team always punt after a safety is scored? Do they have to, or can they do something else? Find out why this rule exists, and if it should be changed!

Episode 91: Football - The Onside Kick Replacement Rule 12.09.2023

While the onside kick can be exciting and turn a game around in a hurry, it's has a very low success rate. Find out what an alternative is and if you think the NFL should adopt it!

Special Edition 37: Top Sports Movies of All Time 09.09.2023

Sports Movies - they are truly some of the best ever. Tune in and hear Ben and Greg discuss which ones are the best and if you agree or not!

REPUBLISHED - Episode 16: Football - Snap Through the Quarterback's Legs Rule 08.09.2023

What happens when the ball is snapped between the quarterback's legs? Not so fast - it may not be what you think! Find out what really happens and if you think it's a dumb rule or not.

REPUBLISHED - Episode 11: Football - The Eligible Receiver Rule 06.09.2023

In the NFL, did you know only certain players can catch a pass? However, that didn't used to be the case. Find out about this rule and why it exists today.

Special Edition 36: Football’s 25 Most Unbreakable Records 05.09.2023

Records are meant to be broken, right? Well, not so fast. Tune in to hear of some amazing records in football that will probably never be broken ... or will they??

Moment's Series - Episode 01 - 1980 Miracle on Ice 03.09.2023

Miracle on Ice. That's all one needs to say to invoke all kinds of memories. If you were there, you know what I mean. Tune in to our first episode of our Moment's Series and hear all about how the US defeated the USSR in what might be the most important hockey game in history.

Special Edition 35: Football's New Rules for 2023 02.09.2023

The NFL has added some exciting new rules for the upcoming 2023 season! Tune in to find out what they are and if you agree or not.

REPUBLISHED - Episode 33: Football - The Salary Cap Rule 01.09.2023

We've all heard the term "Salary Cap" - but what exactly does it mean? Find out some of the details around this rule and if you think all sports should use it or not.

Episode 90: Football - New Rules for 2023 (version 2) 30.08.2023

The 2023 NFL season is upon us! Tune in to hear of three new rules that will definitely have an impact on the game.

Commissioner for a Day Series - Episode 02 - FIFA 27.08.2023

Tune in to hear our second episode of our series "Commissioner for a Day". In this episode, find out what changes Ben would make to FIFA and if you agree with them .. or not!

Episode 89: NCAA Football Rule Changes for 2023 25.08.2023

College football is big. Really big. They continue to make improvements to the game and these rule changes for 2023 are no exception. Tune in to find out what they are and if you agree or not!

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