Roughing the Passer
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Definition
A defender continues an effort to tackle or "hit" a passer after the passer has already thrown a pass. A defender is allowed to take one step after the ball is thrown; a defender is penalized if he hits the passer having taken two or more steps after the ball leaves the passer's hand.
Outcome
15 yards and an automatic first down
2024 Stats
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By Penalty
Roughing the Passer penalties commited by position during the 2024 season.
| Name | Count | Yards | Home | Away | Declined | Offsetting |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Defensive Line | 55 | 767 | 29 | 26 | 2 | 0 |
| Linebacker | 41 | 514 | 23 | 18 | 1 | 0 |
| Defensive Back | 4 | 59 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Totals | 100 | 1340 | 55 | 45 | 3 | 1 |