Ineligible Downfield Kick

Definition

On a punt, the only players on the punting team allowed to cross the line of scrimmage prior to the punt are the two players positioned on the end of the line. Should any other player except for those two players cross the line of scrimmage prior to the punt, the infraction is called ineligible man down field.

Outcome

5 yards

2016 Stats

Penalties By Week

Note: Offsetting and Declined penalties are ignored, except where specified.

Penalties By Week - Per Game

Note: Offsetting and Declined penalties are ignored, except where specified.