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Horse Collar Tackle

Definition

Tackling another player by grabbing the inside of an opponent's shoulder pads or jersey from behind and immediately yanking the player down. Exceptions: This is a legal tackle inside the tackle box. It is also not illegal just because a player is grabbed by the back of the jersey or pads before being brought down. It has to be a yank that takes them down, and it has to occur immediately.

Outcome

15 yards

2017 Stats

By Penalty

Horse Collar Tackle penalties commited by position during the 2017 season.

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NameCountYardsHomeAwayDeclinedOffsetting
Linebacker101336401
Defensive Back7932500
Special Teams1151000
Tight End1150100
Offensive Line2300200
Totals2128691201