Possible rules changes for 2009

[ljudge]

Originally Posted by JugglingReferee

So now you can't punt on 1D/10? Seems like the NFHS wants to dictate strategy, rather than letting coaches do it.

I don't believe so. No one says you can't punt. It's just the numbering exception that's changed.

[waltjp]

Correct me if I'm wrong, but this pretty closely mimics the NCAA rule.

2nd and 8 from B's 22 with 4 seconds left in the half? Yeah, I'm pretty sure a kick may be attempted.

[JugglingReferee]

Originally Posted by ljudge

I don't believe so. No one says you can't punt. It's just the numbering exception that's changed.

So then are certain players restricted from playing a spot that they want to play?

I guess what I'm saying is this:

In Canadian rules, yes we have numbering rules, but ultimately, any player can play anywhere but they may need to report to the R (who tells B or tells the U to tell B).

Does the same freedom exist in Fed?