At this time, Hawaii is ignoring #13.
Yes, I agree with Tom that under the current set of NF rules as they are written now, K is still in team possession after their kick crosses the expanded neutral zone. Possession does not change until R catches or recovers the kick. Therefore, the double foul rules still apply all the way up to the time the kick ends. Therefore, under current NF rules, double foul means replay the down from the previous spot. No options.
However, we got word this week that Hawaii may be going to ignore #13 which means that team possession changes when the kick crosses the expanded neutral zone. R will have the option to decline K's foul.
Our state interpreter is coming over on Tuesday to give us the Part II exam... I will find out what Hawaii is really going to ignore #13 this year.
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