Roughing or PF

[JMN]

I agree with Theisey.

The only thing that I would add is that if it is not apparent that the player running with the ball is going to pass, you must use judgement on the call.

Example; QB A12 drops back and throws a forward pass to A80 behind the line of scrimmage. A80 runs a reverse across the field towards the other sideline. As he has established himself as a runner, he then stops abruptly and throws the ball (he's still behind the LOS) downfield to A44. Once he releases the ball, B78 a) wraps and tackles him, b)picks him up and drives him into the ground.

In a, no foul. In b, personal foul or roughing?

My only point is that on a play such as this, the defense gets some room if it's not aparent the runner is going to pass the ball. However, they are still governed by the rules and should be penalized for inappropriate football or non-football acts.