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Once a potential receiver is no longer a potential blocker, the defense shouldn't be allowed to get away with contact. It gives then a huge advantage no matter where they are on the field. With the new rule, it doesn't make any difference where the holding or illegal block takes place - we will (should) still flag it. The new rule only applies to pass interference (I say again). Coaches around here were trying to stretch the rules a few years ago. Our association talked about it at length to make sure everyone knew the rule and we cracked down on it. Took care of the problem.
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