The NFL is replacing the traditional chain gang with Sony’s Hawk-Eye camera system to measure first downs more accurately. While the chain crew will stay on as backup, the league says the move is part ...

Goodbye, chain gang. Hello, technology. The NFL will make a 21st century approach to its first down measurement system for the 2025 season, getting rid of the chain gang and instead going with a ...

The NFL could be moving a step closer to doing away with the days of the “chain gang” measuring first downs, according to multiple reports. The NFL tested optical tracking at MetLife Stadium and Hard ...

One of the most notable things that happened during Thursday night's Hall of Fame Game was the debut of the NFL's new virtual measurement system. Instead of the traditional chain system, the NFL ...

As the NFL begins its 106th regular season Thursday night when the Eagles host the Cowboys, the league will also debut its virtual measurement system in the regular season for the first time. After ...

The NFL introduced a virtual measurement system for determining first downs in the season's first pre-season game and it could lead to the end of the "chain gang" on the sidelines. During the Los ...

The NFL is moving closer to replacing the chain gang with new technology to measure line to gain. NFL executive Gary Brantley told The Associated Press the league will test Sony’s Hawk-Eye technology ...