Fumble question

[bob jenkins]

Originally posted by Snaqwells
My question is, does a fumble need to bounce in order for a player to be able to move his feet to retrieve it?

No, it doesn't need to bounce. You called this correctly, despite the howls of protest from the fans (and probalby the opposing players and coaches).

If your area allows "unapproved signals" you can give the "juggling" move to show that you saw the play and judged it to be legal. Won't help with the fans. Might help with the coach.