The AFL is considering implementing LED-style electronic boards to help clubs deliver rotation messages, according to the Herald Sun.

Runners will only be allowed on the ground after a goal has been kicked this season, and must be off the field before the ball is bounced to resume play.

This rule tweak has reportedly made some clubs anxious about their rotation plans, which has led to the AFL trying to find an alternative solution to a potential lack of communication to players.

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The electric boards would be used to display the jumper number of a player who is required to come off the ground at that time, similar to what is seen in soccer.

There is also a suggestion the electric boards could be used by clubs to display symbols that represent a tactic or coaching direction, instructions which would previously been delivered by a runner.

Late last week, AFL footy boss Steve Hocking and AFL consultant James Podsiadly informed the 18 club high performance managers about the potential move.