fearsomefour
Legend
That is rarely called but routinely violated.They called illegal man down field during a Rams punt that the Baltimore player fumbled. When they showed the replay and explained the penalty, it was clear he left way too early. So he was definitely guilty, but not sure if that penalty is ever called.
Apparently, he wasnt allowed to head up field until the ball had been kicked.
To make matters worse, on the re-kick Baltimore almost took it to the house and had a 30-40 yard return
The lineman have to be within a yard of the LOS when the ball is kicked....just like OL on a screen pass. But, guys leave early constantly.
It was the right call, but, rarely called flag when there is a fumble is maddening.