If it is the end of a 'chippy' close game and A says they will be taking a knee, I, too, tell the defense that if the QB takes a knee, not to hit him. To ensure that they do, I stand in a lot closer to the snap, as does the U. This ensures that any extracuricular crap between lineman who may have gotten cranky is kept to a minimum.
I understand that fumbled snap changes everything there, but the obligation to safety in that situation trumps A's chance to try and score when the game has been decided.
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