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Originally Posted by grantsrc
Does the validity of the signal impact the hit on the punt returner? By that I mean, if a returner gives an invalid signal and there is contact on him by A (like in the clip), is this a personal foul or a different foul?
For NCAA I am looking at 6-5-5. Is there a similar rule in NFHS?
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NF 6-5-3: Only the receiver who gives a valid signal is afforded protection.
However, once the ball is blown dead by the covering official, hard contact is prohibited by rules related to personal fouls (late hits).