Field of Play
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- The winner of the coin toss will have the choice of possession or direction.
- Punts (thrown or kicked) that go out of the end zone will be placed on the 20-yard line.
- Punts that are fumbled are dead balls.
- The center may snap the ball through his/her legs or stand beside the ball to snap it.
- There must be a minimum of three players on the offensive line during each play before the snap.
- All players are eligible to receive a pass.
- There will be a 30 second play clock once the official spots the ball (places it on the ground).
- A player with possession of the ball may NOT leave his/her feet for any reason to advance the ball (diving or hurdling).
- The ball may be lateraled at anytime.
- If an official blows his/her whistle inadvertently the play is DEAD and the down will be replayed or the team may take the result of the play.
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