Sequence of mechanics - Line Judge

[Patton]

Originally posted by SouthGARef
One thing I think you might have left off is when the offensive team comes to the line, make sure to make a "mental note" of which receivers are eligible. A lot of times the umpire may be caught watching the left side of the line while the right side TE who's "covered up" goes downfield. I've been taught to keep an eye on this--but not too stern of an eye because it's of course the Umpire's main call.

Don't be afraid to make that call, the umpire is looking more for ineligible numbers going downfield, he may not know that a TE is covered up. He's not going to see you punch the receiver off the line or not. But you're right to make that mental note of who's eligible.