The Facts:
The NFL is in discussions about employing chip-in-ball technology to help rule on contentious touchdown and first down calls, German manufacturer Cairos Technologies has Reuters. "Yes, we are talking. There is a demand in American Football," Cairos sales director Mario Hanus told Reuters.
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Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
The NFL would not deny or confirm the talks. However, a spokesman for the league said on Tuesday that they are looking at expanding their use of technology. "We are always exploring ways in which we can be innovative with technology to improve our game and our fans enjoyment of the game," spokesman Michael Signora said. ... Seems like a great way to take the guesswork out of measurements, forward progress, out-of-bounds and goal-line calls.
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