NFL Video Rulebook
The NFL Video Rulebook explains NFL rules with video examples.
The NFL Video Rulebook explains NFL rules with video examples.
ILLEGAL “PEEL BACK” BLOCK
An offensive player cannot initiate contact on the side and below the waist against an opponent if:
Note: If the near shoulder of the blocker contacts the front of his opponent’s body, the “peel back” block is legal.
Penalty: For illegal “peel back” block: Loss of 15 yards.
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