Chop Block
Definition
An attempt by an offensive player to cut block a defensive player who is already being blocked by another offensive player below the thigh. Exceptions: Chop blocks are legal if they occur along the line of scrimmage, the area up to 3 yards behind the line of scrimmage, or within the area 4 yards within either direction of where the ball is snapped.
Outcome
15 yards
2012 Stats
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- Complete Penalty Log
- Season
By Penalty
Chop Block penalties commited by position during the 2012 season.
| Name | Count | Yards | Home | Away | Declined | Offsetting |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Runningback | 5 | 60 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Offensive Line | 2 | 30 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Totals | 7 | 90 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 0 |