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
2011 Stats
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By Penalty
Illegal Block Above the Waist penalties commited by position during the 2011 season.
| Name | Count | Yards | Home | Away | Declined | Offsetting |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fullback | 4 | 40 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Linebacker | 22 | 205 | 12 | 10 | 3 | 1 |
| Defensive Back | 44 | 383 | 20 | 24 | 5 | 2 |
| Offensive Line | 5 | 49 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wide Receiver | 15 | 137 | 8 | 7 | 2 | 0 |
| Tight End | 10 | 85 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| Defensive Line | 2 | 20 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown/Unset | 9 | 89 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Runningback | 9 | 84 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| Totals | 120 | 1092 | 60 | 60 | 12 | 3 |