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Dear Coach,
You're correct, if the QB is lined up 7 yards behind the LOS it is considered a scrimmage kick formation and the snapper is afforded protection. The rational behind the rule is to give the snapper protection until he's had a chance to gain his balance when he's long-snapping. The rule is in place with concern for the snapper's safety and prevents him from being bull-rushed when he's in a vulnerable position.
No, I don't feel this violates the spirit of the rule.
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