The art of flopping in college football

Alonza Barnett III, James Madison quarterback, unintentionally started a trend with his dramatic flop during a game. The clip went viral and sparked discussions about flopping in college football. While the NCAA has rules to discourage fake injuries, the practice still persists. Coaches like Lane Kiffin are calling for consequences for players who flop. Despite the dictionary’s definition of flopping, players continue to do it to draw penalties or slow down opponents. Roman Harper, a former player turned analyst, believes the real talent is in getting opponents to fall for the flop. Flopping may be entertaining, but its impact on the game is being questioned. Experts in the fields of wrestling, stunts, and football discuss the art of selling a fake hit. From Ricky Morton’s legendary selling ability to Brock Anderson’s football perspective, they analyze a viral video of a dramatic flop. Stunt coordinator Jane Austin provides detailed advice on how to convincingly take a staged hit, emphasizing the importance of body movement and timing. She suggests practicing and studying professional examples to perfect the art of flopping. With proper training, even a non-classically trained player could excel in the art of selling hits. The idea of a football flop coach emerges as a potential new role in the entertainment industry.