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I don't think :enjoy" is the right word. But this trick play has been quite interesting. The thing that makes the play with the QB looking for the "right ball" is the verbiage that comes with it. The snap I dont believe is the problem since there is nothing in the rulebook which says the snap has to be between anyone legs...rather in just one motion. I have a problem with the USC angle as far as penalty is concerned. If we go 15 for USC and let the play go off....then you have to award the touchdown by definition. If you penalize under "an unfair act" thats a different story...you can do anything you want.
Finally it seems to me that there is a line in either the Points of Emphasis or the casebook which talks about "deception being a part of the game" That is a man in motion or a reverse or a direct snap. But since the offense seeks to gain something not allowed it by rule, it is a deception not legal under the current federation book.
Anyway, thats my take.
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