mechanic question: dead ball vs. down indication

[Blue37]

Originally Posted by DesertZebra

It's good practice to never turn your back to the field.

Once everything has settled down, and the teams are on their side of the LOS, I will most definitely turn my back to the field to ensure the chain crew is properly positioned. The R, U, and BJ can keep things under control while the teams are huddled.

[DesertZebra]

Originally Posted by Blue37

Once everything has settled down, and the teams are on their side of the LOS, I will most definitely turn my back to the field to ensure the chain crew is properly positioned. The R, U, and BJ can keep things under control while the teams are huddled.

Again, not trying to be an a-hole, but you really should not turn your back to the field. If you're concerned about your chains, a little turn of the head (and an effective pre-game) can solve that. It's really pretty simple.

[JugglingReferee]

Originally Posted by Blue37

Once everything has settled down, and the teams are on their side of the LOS, I will most definitely turn my back to the field to ensure the chain crew is properly positioned. The R, U, and BJ can keep things under control while the teams are huddled.

Originally Posted by DesertZebra

Again, not trying to be an a-hole, but you really should not turn your back to the field. If you're concerned about your chains, a little turn of the head (and an effective pre-game) can solve that. It's really pretty simple.

Not that my Rome has much of an influence on areas outside of my province, but I tend to agree: I don't believe in turning my back away from the players. I know that I've done it if I came in a lot for the spot, as a side guy, and the I might be in a hurry-up all of a sudden. (Cdn fields are 12 yards wider - so we have more room to cover to get back.)