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Ineligible Downfield Kick

Definition

On a punt, the only players on the punting team allowed to cross the line of scrimmage prior to the punt are the two players positioned on the end of the line. Should any other player except for those two players cross the line of scrimmage prior to the punt, the infraction is called ineligible man down field.

Outcome

5 yards

2012 Stats

By Penalty

Ineligible Downfield Kick penalties commited by position during the 2012 season.

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NameCountYardsHomeAwayDeclinedOffsetting
Unknown/Unset2101100
Runningback150100
Defensive Back151000
Linebacker151000
Totals5253200