Numbering Exception and Shotgun

[Rob S]

Well, I don't know of an official definition of "shotgun", but it doesn't meet the requirements for a "scrimmage kick formation" which is the only time the numbering exception applies. So if they aren't in SKF, they need 5 guys 50-79 on the line. I think the "shotgun" vs. scrimmage kick formation terminology may have led to the confusion.

[mbyron]

The simplest explanation is: "Coach, by rule every offensive play must begin with 5 players on the line with numbers 50-79. You had 4."

If he brings up the SKF exception, explain why he hasn't met the conditions for SKF, so the exception doesn't apply.

Explanations are simpler when you start with the rule, not the exception.

[Forksref]

You can't identify #84 as being the one to not meet the 50-79 requirement. There were others who are not numbered that way.

MByron has a good statement for the coach.

[MNBlue]

Originally Posted by mbyron

The simplest explanation is: "Coach, by rule every offensive play must begin with 5 players on the line with numbers 50-79. You had 4."

If he brings up the SKF exception, explain why he hasn't met the conditions for SKF, so the exception doesn't apply.

Explanations are simpler when you start with the rule, not the exception.

What he said.