NFL Overtime Rules: How does Overtime rule work in the NFL? (2024)

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7. Timeouts: Each team has three timeouts for each two quarters of the game, consistent with the regular season.

Armed with this comprehensive understanding of NFL overtime rules, you and your NFL aficionado friends can navigate the nuances of these regulations, ensuring you never share Najee Harris's surprise about the possibility of a tied game in the NFL.