Substitution issue.

[JRutledge]

Let me add to this discussion a bit.

Let say the 12th player was close to the opponentÂ’s side of the field. Then the coach yells at the player from across the field to "GET OFF THE FIELD." Then the 12 player starts heading toward his team's sideline. When do you consider the player to in the process of "attempting to get off the field?" Does he have to be past the numbers? Does he have to be past the hash marks? What if the coach never says "get off the field" and B12 runs towards his sideline, but you are unsure if he realizes he is not supposed to be on the field or just thinks he is playing the wrong position?

I guess my basic question is what constitutes "leaving the field?" When are they leaving the field or just confused as to where they are supposed to be?

Peace