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Originally posted by MI Official
I agree with the idea that the score should not matter. If it was intentional you have several options...equipment, possibly delay of game (thus the clock would NOT start until the snap).
but simply flagging for the equipment on an accidental equipment 'failure' doesn't make the clock dead.
or we could simply let them run the play ( we don't have to give them a TO for equipment, necessarily) and perhap s they get a DOG penalty.
but putting time back on the clock when not necessitated would not be good practice.
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Interesting points.
The score does make a difference because if A denies B by forcing the play clock to the point where a snap is not required A gains an advantage. More than likely A will take a knee but anything could happen on a snap.
If the game is a 50 point blow out one less snap will not make a difference, just roll the clock and go home.
It sets a bad precedent to flag a player for equipment failure, intentional or not.
OK, putting time back on the clock is questionable but in order to make A snap the ball that is a less than elegant solution without giving a penalty.
Then remember rule 9-9 gives the referee discretionary power which is what would be used here. Maybe you just announce there will be one more snap and do it.