Method to his madness: Mack Hollins uses NFL rules to his advantage

Posted Jan 16, 2025
Buffalo Bills wide receiver Mack Hollins has made NFL rules a priority, and it’s paying off. He’s second-best among all receivers with at least 50 targets this year at drawing pass interference penalties. The offseason is prime research time for Hollins, as he often has lunch with officials, talking through scenarios. A big key: knowing when refs are watching. (Rochester First)

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