[SE Minnestoa Re]

Does anyone think blindsided peel back blocks should be illegal by rule? We had one last week where the offense player had a 20 yard run at a defensive player who was about three yards behind the ball carrier going down the sideline. The offensive player just launced himself at the defender from the side and knocked him five yards out of bounds. The official did not throw a flag because he said the defender had a play on the runner.

I think if we are going to be concerned about concussions, this type of block is not necessary. The blocker could have given him a little push and the defender would have been out of the play.

I know we can call unnecessary roughness but that is a tough sell now if the defender may have a chance to make a play.