Neutral Zone Infraction
Definition
Before the snap, a defensive player (most often a lineman) jumps into the neutral zone and "startles" an offensive player, causing him to false start.
Outcome
5 yards
2024 Stats
- View Neutral Zone Infraction Penalties By:
- Teams
- Teams - Per Game
- Player
- Position
- Week
- Down and Distance
- Referee/Crew
- Complete Penalty Log
- Season
By Penalty
Neutral Zone Infraction penalties commited by position during the 2024 season.
| Name | Count | Yards | Home | Away | Declined | Offsetting |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linebacker | 22 | 105 | 3 | 19 | 0 | 0 |
| Defensive Line | 30 | 144 | 12 | 18 | 0 | 0 |
| Defensive Back | 3 | 15 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Totals | 55 | 264 | 17 | 38 | 0 | 0 |