I've watched like maybe 20 plays, but I can say for certain that this is pure trash and it is taking FOREVER, even with both teams running the ball constantly.
I think that from week 10 on, teams should be able to mutually agree on a modified rule set:
- Running clock, but 6 timeouts per half. 2 minute warning remains in place.
- No punting on 4th and 5 or less until the final 2 minutes of either half.
- Field goals are only worth 2.
- Touchdowns are automatically worth 7. You can go for an extra point (2pt conversion style) but if you miss it your TD is reduced to 6 points.
- Turnovers, if outside of the other team's zone, automatically get placed at the 50 for the recovering team's possession.
- Expedited reviews by a central command center in NY similar to what the NHL does in Toronto.
I can't think of many reasons a 3-6-1 (for all intensive porpoises, 3-7) and 1-9 team wouldn't agree to this. It would sell more tickets, be more exciting, have less breaks, and have less chance for catastrophic injuries.