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Originally Posted by mikesears
A follow-up question you might have is "Why is there an expanded neutral zone?"
One reason the neutral zone is expanded is to allow the defense a chance to block a scrimmage kick (punt, or field goal) without worrying about touching the ball beyond the normal line of scrimmage.
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In the book it states the following.
NF 2-28-2 The neutral zone may be expanded following the snap up to a maximum of 2 yards behind the defensive line of scrimmage, in the field of play, during any scrimmage down.
If it only extends on the defensive side, how does it help them to legally block a scrimmage kick?