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Unnecessary Roughness

Definition

A conduct- or safety-related infraction such as hitting a ball carrier after he is already out of bounds, "piling on" a ball carrier who is already down, or violent contact with an opponent who is away from and out of the play.

Outcome

15 yards; automatic first down if committed by defense

2018 Stats

By Penalty

Unnecessary Roughness penalties commited by position during the 2018 season.

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NameCountYardsHomeAwayDeclinedOffsetting
Linebacker40507152502
Runningback101147301
Offensive Line26370131313
Wide Receiver7882504
Defensive Back70926313924
Defensive Line35463181724
Tight End111256511
Unknown/Unset3292110
Fullback2171100
Totals204263995109719