Toney’s Toddler Ejection Highlights NCAA Sideline Rules
Kadarius Toney was kicked out with his one-year-old son. NCAA rules say non-working people need to be older. Chiefs fans need to know the facts.
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Kadarius Toney learned the hard way about the NCAA's strict rules regarding sideline access for children during Super Bowl LVII. After his one-year-old son was barred from the game, Toney took to Instagram to vent his frustration, claiming he had a valid sideline pass. The incident occurred at an undisclosed college game, though it may have been at Toney's old school, Florida.
The NCAA's age restrictions for sideline access are so strict that even a one-year-old falls outside the allowed range. Security guards are simply following the rules, which state that any working personnel outside the team bench area must be at least 16 years old. This has left many fans wondering if the rules make sense, as Toney is a two-time Super Bowl champion and a well-known NFL player.
Toney's experience is not unique, as another Chiefs player, Chris McCain, faced the same issue in 2017. Despite his Super Bowl MVP status, Toney was still ejected from the game for attempting to bring his child onto the field without proper credentials. The NCAA treats everyone the same when it comes to safety and access, leaving no room for exceptions.
As the Chiefs prepare to face the Denver Broncos on Sunday, Nov. 1, Toney will need to focus on the field and not dwell on the sideline rules.
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