Encroachment
Definition
Before the snap, a defensive player illegally crosses the line of scrimmage and makes contact with an opponent or has a clear path to the quarterback.
Outcome
5 yards
2009 Stats
- View Encroachment Penalties By:
- Teams
- Teams - Per Game
- Player
- Position
- Week
- Down and Distance
- Referee/Crew
- Complete Penalty Log
- Season
By Penalty
Encroachment penalties commited by position during the 2009 season.
| Name | Count | Yards | Home | Away | Declined | Offsetting |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Defensive Line | 49 | 240 | 22 | 27 | 2 | 0 |
| Linebacker | 6 | 26 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Defensive Back | 4 | 20 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Totals | 59 | 286 | 26 | 33 | 3 | 0 |