Roughing the Kicker

Definition

A defender, having missed an attempt to block a kick, tackles the kicker or otherwise runs into the kicker in a way that might injure the kicker or his vulnerable extended kicking leg. This protection is also extended to the holder of a place kick.

Outcome

15 yards and an automatic first down

2012 Stats

By Down

Down 0 (Zero) are penalties on plays that didn't have a "Down", such as kickoffs and extra point attempts.

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Down	Count	Dist 3-4	Dist 5-6	Dist 7-8	Dist 11-15	Dist 16+	Yards Lost
0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
2	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
3	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
4	7	1	2	1	2	1	105
Totals	7	1	2	1	2	1	105