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Originally Posted by With_Two_Flakes
...and yelling "Close! Close!" when it is a play to the Linesman's side should encourage him to come further in so he can ensure the ball is placed exactly where he wants it, East/West as well as North/South.
Looks awful when you measure to a spot that is a distance laterally from where the kid was tackled.
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Originally Posted by a4caster
I would disagree with this one. If you are close to the first, shout it out to him, but do not come further into the field. place it right at your feet if you believe you have the right spot. Then, bring the chains over to you. You'd be surprised how much deviation there is in 20 yards of running. jmho
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I'm with With_Two_Flakes.
I realize that I'm Canadian, and my mechanics have little to do with US mechanics. But when I'm a side guy, I know where the LTG is. If a forward progress mark threatens that line, I can literally focus on a blade of grass that I have determined to be the spot. I trust my mark and will run in to make it clear that I have an accurate spot.
We're way more accurate to spot the ball at the tackle than to judge 20 yards away. You'll be off. Even on a well lined field, you'll be off.
Just my 2 cents and what works for me.