Colm Keys: Wild swings in games have brought about spectator's dream but a nightmare for managers

As the league progresses, several coaches express their discontent with recent rule changes. They describe the current gameplay as a mix of various sports, notably criticizing the abandonment of traditional Gaelic football elements. This hybrid playstyle, incorporating features from basketball and rugby, leaves many feeling that the sport is losing its identity. Comments emphasize that the competitive nature has been affected, making outcomes seem skewed and less engaging compared to previous seasons. The prevailing sentiment is a desire to retain the essence of Gaelic football amidst evolving strategies.

Some bosses are put off the new rules as league heats up.

It's a mix of outdoor basketball with a breeze, soccer-style defending with 11 behind the ball in zonal stuff, and a bit of rugby thrown in for a few scrums around the middle.

It's a joke to be honest with you the way it's gone.

I don't like it, it's not Gaelic football.

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