Verbal deception on A

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Originally Posted by Sonofanump

Jim,

How is this different than the "wrong ball" play. The quarterback takes the snap from the center and walks toward his sideline saying "wrong ball" then takes off once he is past the interior linemen.

This play is different from the "wrong ball" play in that it is only verbal and it is only done by one player. In the "wrong ball" play all 11 players are involved and there is action by the QB to deceive. If we flag this play in question, then we are opening a can of worms here. I wouldn't touch this one.