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
2016 Stats
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By Penalty
Illegal Block Above the Waist penalties commited by position during the 2016 season.
| Name | Count | Yards | Home | Away | Declined | Offsetting |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Defensive Back | 40 | 352 | 23 | 17 | 3 | 1 |
| Tight End | 8 | 77 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Unknown/Unset | 2 | 15 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Linebacker | 24 | 228 | 15 | 9 | 2 | 0 |
| Runningback | 11 | 110 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Wide Receiver | 25 | 243 | 13 | 12 | 3 | 1 |
| Offensive Line | 11 | 110 | 5 | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| Defensive Line | 2 | 20 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Totals | 123 | 1155 | 71 | 52 | 14 | 2 |