Illegal Block Above the Waist
Definition
Often called on the field as "Illegal Block in the Back". A blocker contacting a non-ballcarrying member of the opposing team from behind and above the waist.
Outcome
10 yards
2025 Stats
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By Penalty
Illegal Block Above the Waist penalties commited by position during the 2025 season.
| Name | Count | Yards | Home | Away | Declined | Offsetting |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Offensive Line | 8 | 81 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Linebacker | 17 | 168 | 7 | 10 | 1 | 0 |
| Wide Receiver | 8 | 76 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Defensive Back | 15 | 130 | 8 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| Tight End | 5 | 50 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Defensive Line | 2 | 20 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Runningback | 1 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Totals | 56 | 535 | 25 | 31 | 4 | 3 |