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    In the NFL, what happens if there are offsetting penalties?

    Question #88772. Asked by KAREDEVF1. (Nov 20 07 7:22 AM)


    jcpetersen

    		Generally, if there are offsetting penalties and no change of possession, the down is replayed.

    However, there are many exceptions, including:

    A 15-yard penalty is not offset by a 5-yard penalty.

    If one of the penalties results in a disqualification, the player is removed and no yards are penalized.

    If the penalties occur after a change in possession, the defensive team retains the ball.

    If it happens during a kick that would be a possession change, the defense has the option to replay the down or take the ball after all the penalties are assessed.

    http://www.supernfl.com/NFLRules.html

    Nov 20 07, 8:04 AM

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