NFL Video Rulebook Illegal Peel Back Block
Rule 12 Section 2 Article 2
Rule 12 Section 2 Article 2
ILLEGAL “PEEL BACK” BLOCK
An offensive player cannot initiate contact on the side and below the waist against an opponent if:
Note: If the near shoulder of the blocker contacts the front of his opponent’s body, the “peel back” block is legal.
Penalty: For illegal “peel back” block: Loss of 15 yards.
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