[mikesears]

Originally Posted by bigjohn

provided such kick has
been touched by a receiver who was clearly beyond the neutral zone at the time
of touching.


Also, doesn't the LJ release in 5 man mechanics, leaving this call to the L & the U?

Punts and Scrimmage Kicks - 5 Man Mechanics - Football.Refs.Org

(H)L makes this call alone. U isn't moving up to line of scrimmage on a punt play.