Injury Timeout

[seanireland]

This situation is obviously between downs.

Case Book p. 74 INJURED PLAYER-CONFERENCE 9.8.1 SITUATION H: During an official's time-out for injury, may a player(s) of either team go near the sideline to communicate with the coach?

RULING: YES. This is a period between downs. If a coach enters the field to attend the injured player, he may not confer with players. (9-8-1f Note)

9-8-1f Note in the Rules Book states: NOTE: Between downs, communications between players and coaches near the sideline are NOT an UNAUTHORIZED conference.

Hope this helps.