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Originally posted by Jim S
Think about the intent of the rule. The purpose is to give A the same option if B commits a live ball (enforced as a live ball) foul during the down.
Does it matter what we call the succeeding down?
If the team free kicks they lose the new (or old) series anyways.
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Jim, I am not arguing with the logic of the rule - I completely and totally agree with the rule. My problem is that the verbiage, in my opinion, is a bit screwy in regards to the down being "replayed".
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By your logic ANY foul that results in a first down would invalidate the option, not just one that carries an automatic first down.
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Yes......and that's my point. If the result of the play is a first down, then you are beginning a new series - not replaying a down.