As almost always in life, one door closes, and another door opens.
So here is the first of likely other consequences, positive or adverse however one might see the, of the rule change.
I like the strategy at work, but I also have to wonder what other ideas come about given the new kickoff. This is also why wisely the NFL only passed the new kickoff format for a one-year trial.
Maybe this is not the only team that determines they no longer need their kicker to do the kickoffs?