[JRutledge]

All I am saying is that everyone does not learn the same. If someone uses a phrase or a concept that helps them further understand how to apply a rule that is something I can never get upset by. Many of these sayings are just concepts. When I gave a series of presentations, I taught concepts. I did not read the rule to them. I would simplify the rule with concepts. There are always exceptions to these or any phrases, but that is not the point.

I know in my job, I have to deal with my customers with concepts. If I read every detail they will get confused and not want to do business. You teach concepts so that the complicated can become easy to understand.

The ground cannot cause a fumble in my opinion. All the point means is that if a player is down by contact, they cannot fumble the ball by rule. Nothing more, nothing less. It is easier to say that than say, “well if the knee is down before the ball pops out......."

Peace