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Originally posted by cowbyfan1
I think opponent is the way it should be. Nothing says that a big ol hog of an o'lineman can't take that same free shot on a Dl, LB or DB. So with it reading opponent it allows the same "protection" for the defense. Besides out Director of Officials stated the same.
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I agree with you if we are talking about a change of possession and a Team A player does something on the runback, but not something that was before that change. It is clear that in the NF eyes, a holding penalty before a pass or a fumble was not the intent of their rules change. And correct me if I am wrong, I do not think the NCAA or the NFL uses their rule that is similar for that purpose. I do not think they allow a "holding" penalty to be assessed at the succeeding spot? But then again, I am sure someone will tell me otherwise.
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