NFL Video Rulebook
The NFL Video Rulebook explains NFL rules with video examples.
The NFL Video Rulebook explains NFL rules with video examples.
ARTICLE 5. CHOP BLOCK
A Chop Block is a block by the offense in which one offensive player (designated as A1 for purposes of this rule) blocks a defensive player in the area of the thigh or lower while another offensive player (A2) engages that same defensive player above the waist.
All Chop Blocks are illegal, including in the following situations:
Forward pass plays and kicking plays:
Running Plays:
Note: It is not a foul if the blocker’s opponent initiates the contact above the waist, or if the blocker is trying to slip or escape from his opponent and any engagement with him is incidental.
Penalty: For an Illegal Chop Block: Loss of 15 yards.