Leaping
Definition
A defender running forward and leaping in an attempt to block a field goal or a point-after try lands on other players on either team. Exceptions: The penalty is not called if the defender was within one yard of the line of scrimmage at the time of the snap.
Outcome
15 yard penalty and automatic first down
2016 Stats
- View Leaping Penalties By:
- Teams
- Teams - Per Game
- Player
- Position
- Week
- Down and Distance
- Referee/Crew
- Complete Penalty Log
- Season
By Penalty
Leaping penalties commited by position during the 2016 season.
| Name | Count | Yards | Home | Away | Declined | Offsetting |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Defensive Line | 1 | 15 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Linebacker | 1 | 15 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Defensive Back | 1 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Totals | 3 | 38 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |