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Facemask Foul

Sometimes, coaches see a runner’s head jerk to the side and yell for a facemask flag. It’s important to understand the facemask foul rule, as not all contact to a player’s helmet…

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Don’t be a Quitter

Here is a Ray Lutz “Forward Progress” post from September 26, 2007 (Edited for clarity) Don’t quit on the play; keep officiating. Officiate a full 120 plays. Don’t quit on the passer…

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Consistency

I’ve seen quite a bit of discussion on social media about how states differ regarding guidelines, interpretations, policies, and uniform rules. I want to offer this for consideration: On the first page…

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Make Super Bowl Calls

Here is a Ray Lutz “Forward Progress” post from August 14, 2007 (Edited for clarity) The Colorado Football Officials Association held its 2007 state-wide clinic on the last Saturday of July. Jerry…

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