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Roughing the Passer

To view roughing the passer penalties by the quarterback who drew the flag click here.

Definition

A defender continues an effort to tackle or "hit" a passer after the passer has already thrown a pass. A defender is allowed to take one step after the ball is thrown; a defender is penalized if he hits the passer having taken two or more steps after the ball leaves the passer's hand.

Outcome

15 yards and an automatic first down

2009 Stats

By Penalty

Roughing the Passer penalties commited by position during the 2009 season.

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NameCountYardsHomeAwayDeclinedOffsetting
Linebacker25342131202
Defensive Line37496162102
Defensive Back7665200
Totals69904343504