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Ineligible Downfield Kick

Definition

On a punt, the only players on the punting team allowed to cross the line of scrimmage prior to the punt are the two players positioned on the end of the line. Should any other player except for those two players cross the line of scrimmage prior to the punt, the infraction is called ineligible man down field.

Outcome

5 yards

2009 Stats

By Penalty

Ineligible Downfield Kick penalties commited by position during the 2009 season.

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NameCountYardsHomeAwayDeclinedOffsetting
Special Teams151000
Tight End4202200
Linebacker11557401
Fullback2100200
Runningback2101100
Defensive Line150101
Defensive Back150100
Totals22110111102