2011 Convention Rules

[mklingbeil]

Mike, I am confused...

2.4 FIGURES BY POSITION

(a) On defense, a coach may use any figure at any position.

Am I missing the spot where the rules say offensive linemen cannot play defensive line? Are there any rules about defensive linebackers playing TE or
RB if they are numbered 1-49 or 80-89?

What about offensive players playing defense? Just how interchangeable are the players?

PLMK,
Mark

[GUTTMANN]

Originally Posted by mklingbeil

Mike, I am confused...

2.4 FIGURES BY POSITION

(a) On defense, a coach may use any figure at any position.

Am I missing the spot where the rules say offensive linemen cannot play defensive line? Are there any rules about defensive linebackers playing TE or
RB if they are numbered 1-49 or 80-89?

What about offensive players playing defense? Just how interchangeable are the players?

PLMK,
Mark

I have removed my previous post. As I want to keep this simple(avoid game day issues).............you may use your OL for your DL as well, provided they are in the same uniform. The defense must all be suited in the same uniform(home/away) as the offense must as well. The line up of Guards and Tackle figures for T G C G T will remain as stated in the rules.

Mark, I tried calling, but the snow must have gotten in the way, I couldn't leave a message either. Any more quesitons?

Mike

[Norbert Revels]

We are allowed 40 players this year right ?

Norbert Revels

[GUTTMANN]

There is a new revision with pictures in 3.2 part B for DL and LB placements.

Mike

[mklingbeil]

Mike,
Didn't think that, just wanted to let you know what a good job you were doing and to assure you that our intentions are to be in compliance, that's all!

Mark

[GUTTMANN]

Originally Posted by mklingbeil

Mike,
Didn't think that, just wanted to let you know what a good job you were doing and to assure you that our intentions are to be in compliance, that's all!

Mark

Well Thanks! Let me know if you have any other questions.
Mike

[GUTTMANN]

Thanks Geno, rules updated

[GUTTMANN]

A question has come up about the gaps in the Offensive line. I have changed the rule to 1/2 base width "Minimum". So if the offense decides on lining up with a wider gap, they may. Thus the DL MUST still line up opposite of the OL figure.

Mike

[GUTTMANN]

A question has come up regarding RB setting. The entire base must be within the tackles. Meaning the outside of the tackle's base is the furthest any part of the RB base can be. Hope this makes sense.

[GUTTMANN]

Please don't pay too much attention to the numbers on players that must be used at certain positions on Defense. As long as you have 2 DL's and 11 players on the field, I could care less!