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False Start

Definition

It is a False Start if the ball has been placed ready for play, and, prior to the snap, an offensive player who has assumed a set position charges or moves in such a way as to simulate the start of a play, or if an offensive player who is in motion makes a sudden movement toward the line of scrimmage. Any quick abrupt movement by a single offensive player, or by several offensive players in unison, which simulates the start of the snap, is a false start. Exceptions: This does not apply to an offensive player under the center who turns his head or shoulders, unless the movement is an obvious attempt to draw an opponent offside.

Outcome

Loss of five yards from the line of scrimmage. The foul is enforced prior to the snap.

2018 Stats

By Penalty

False Start penalties commited by position during the 2018 season.

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NameCountYardsHomeAwayDeclinedOffsetting
Tight End96465504600
Defensive Back7346100
Linebacker6303320
Offensive Line372180818918300
Wide Receiver61302362500
Quarterback9456300
Special Teams9452700
Runningback178511600
Defensive Line3150300
Fullback2101100
Unknown/Unset4202200
Totals586285930628020