Agreed. A block below the waist must occur almost instantly as the ball leaves the free blocking zone extended almost immediately.
A strict interpretation would likely find the player fouled but the rule is designed to allow the BBTW on the initial charge when there is little momentum by a player.
The most recent change to the rule eliminated players not on the line in the FBZ, that is, backs and linebackers who could easily have some momentum on a BBTW.
Why does the rule exist?
To allow a BBTW in close line play while protecting players from the possibility of knee injury.
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Wed Oct 02, 2002, 02:59am
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