Football Official

Football Official

Zebra

Somewhere in, NJ

Male, 62

I've officiated football for over 30 years, now in my 26th on the college level. I've worked NCAA playoffs at the Division II and III level. In addition, I've coached at the scholastic level and have been an educator for over 35 years. I have no interest whatsoever in being an NFL official! Ever!

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Last Answer on January 23, 2021

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On the on side kick, the kickers no kicking foot is passed the line of scrimmage before he kicks. Why is this not call off sides!!

Asked by Dave almost 4 years ago

That is specifically allowed in the rules. With "soccer style" kickers, the plant foot us always in front of the ball.

Can a defensive player make a play on the football from Out of bounds?

Asked by Crg about 5 years ago

No

Are you ever going to clean up your quesitons?!

Asked by asdfasdf almost 4 years ago

 

So in punt in football would it be a unsportsmanlike conduct if i grab the other player and push/pull him into the ball if we arepunting?

Asked by Jake about 1 month ago

 

Ref sends QB to sideline for concussion protocol. Later player reenters game. Big sideline furor. Independent Consultant tells ref he wants player out for rest of game. Team doctor says put him back in. Who has final say? Your call.

Asked by JAMES FRANCIS almost 5 years ago

 

It has always confused me why soccer is called football in other countries however here football and soccer are two different sports?

Asked by Jeff over 4 years ago

 

Is an ineligible player downfield allowed to be the first of his team to touch the ball if an opposing player has already touched it?

Asked by Jose over 3 years ago