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Originally Posted by roller
For the Mid-O
I know I haven't played any league games yet, and as a rookie I don't want to act like I own the place... so take this with a grain of salt.  
I think you should have the ability to gamble and go for it on fourth down...
However, after talking with Frank about some of the rules, the "fake punt" scenario is really BS... here's why: 
Real football situation -- the players can react after the play starts. MF -- the players cannot. We have to set them into motion based on the play call.
Example:
We compensate for this on pass plays by announcing our intention to pass the ball, the defense then makes substitutions (stationary safeties), and then the play begins. With a fake punt, the formation and alignments don't allow for this flexibility; the players cannot be expected to both cover a punt downfield and release the gunners AND watch for the run or pass!!
I believe that the offense should have to either punt or just go for it. OR, the offense should only have the ability to "fake punt" a certain number of times per game (maybe just once).
The offense should have to announce their intention the same as pass plays...  |
The offense has to announce their intentions .
Here is how we do it. When the defense lines up , they should first line up to cover the gunners. Only after the offense states punt , do you release the gunners. You should always cover the gunners first!