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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

2015 Stats

By Penalty

Unnecessary Roughness penalties commited by position during the 2015 season.

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NameCountYardsHomeAwayDeclinedOffsetting
Offensive Line40568202015
Defensive Back871141424505
Defensive Line41522202103
Linebacker40535261412
Wide Receiver1315910304
Tight End4553100
Fullback2301100
Special Teams3451201
Runningback4593100
Unknown/Unset1151000
Quarterback1150100
Totals2363144127109220