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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Why did we not see the National Anthem before the packer game! It's a part of football

Asked by Pat over 8 years ago

You'll have to contact Fox Sports for that answer.

I need to know about the slide rule change about quarter back sliding to a stop where does the play count on the ball set

Asked by Dan Rash almost 9 years ago

In college the ball is placed where the player- usually the QB - begins his slide. That is where he gives himself up and where, technically, he stopped participating.

if "nigga" is used on the field in football is it a penalty

Asked by mgoblue68 almost 9 years ago

Yes. It is disparaging and considered - at the minimum - taunting. Unsportsmanlike conduct.

10/1/16 Lou vs Clem, rare def. holding. Why was 3rd down repeated?

3rd and 17 at LOU 13
(10:00 - 2nd qtr) Lamar Jackson run for 5 yds to the Lvile 18 CLEMSON Penalty, Def. Holding (10 Yards) to the Lvile 28
Next Play: 3rd and 2 at LOU 28
Thanks!

Asked by Gorilla almost 9 years ago

A defensive hold is only an automatic first down if it is against an eligible receiver. If it isn't that, then like any othert penalrty, the down is repeated after the 10 yard mark off.

Ok , if a referee is from the same state or a fan of the team that they are refereeing can he still referee ??? Like can you do that?

Asked by Jaret knapp over 8 years ago

Like, yeah, maybe. It depends on the conference or supervisor. In the NFL there is no specific restriction. The Big Ten allows alums from a school to work their games. But others may have restrictions. It varies.

On a punt, if the ball bounces over the goal line and doesn't touch down in the end zone, can a player jump from the field of play, bat the ball back to a teammate on the one yard line and have him down it there? Or is it a touchback? College & pro?

Asked by Keith P. over 8 years ago

In college, the goal line is a plane: if the ball breaks the plane it is a touch back. In the NFL, I'm pretty sure the player cannot be in the endzone but he can reach in and bat the ball back into the field of play.

Is it legal for defensive linemen to cover receivers downfield before the ball is passed?

Asked by Mr.Not4Gamez about 9 years ago

When you say "cover", if you mean can they defend them, yes. If you mean be in front of them at the LOS, yes. Any defender can "cover" a receiver.