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Hurdling IS illegal in the NFL and it is similar to the NCAA rule. Hurdling is defined as jumping over an opponent that has no other body part besides at least one foot on the ground.
Basically, you cannot jump over another player who is standing. If they have a knee on the ground or their hand, they can be jumped over.
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What is the penalty in the NFL for an illegal substitution?
According to the NFL rulebook, illegal formations, motions and substitutions all carry a five-yard penalty.
How do you get penalty points in an NFL game?
There are no points for penalties in an NFL game.
Is there a penalty for using your helmet when tackling an NFL quarterback?
15 yards is the penalty for spearing.
What is the penalty for illegal substitution in the NFL?
I think it is loss of down or a 10 yard penalty.
Is it a penalty to hurdle another player in the NFL?
No it is not.
In the NFL what is the penalty for tripping?
It is a ten yard penalty - Vikings vs. Steelers 10/25/09
Where did hurdling originat from?
Greece.
What is the longest pass interference penalty in the history of the NFL?
86
Did Wilma Rudolph do hurdling?
No, she was a sprinter.
Is back tug a penalty in the NFL?
Yes, it is called a horse coller
Has the penalty for defensive pass interference always been spot of the foul in the NFL?
No. At one time, the college rule was a spot foul and the NFL rule was a 15-yard penalty. It is now the other way around.
What is NFL flag?
In the NFL, "flag" is usually used as slang for the yellow penalty markers which are thrown by the umpires, referees and side judges.
