Offense
This many players may rush the passer on any given play
As many as you want to send.
Since there is a line of scrimmage, my players that are lined up are allowed to block rushers from getting to the quarterback
No, this is blocking and will be a 5 yard penalty
True or False: This league allows punts and field goal kicks
False, sorry future Pat McAfees
If I disagree with the referee on a call I should lose my cool and cause a scene
No
Once the ball is passed or handed-off offensive players without the ball must
Stop, they are not able to run/block the ball carrier.
This is the number of yards a player must be away from the line of scrimmage to be an eligible pass rusher
7 yards, will be marked by cones
Players running with their arms by their side intentionally in the way of their flags are committing which penalty?
Flag Guarding
Prior to the start of the game all players must have what 3 items
Mouthguard, Jersey, Flag bel with flags on hips
True or False: Players in this league will operate a high level and will be refereed as though they are varsity athletes.
False
True or False: Offense can only make one exchange of the ball per play
True, whoever receives the snap can pass, handoff, or lateral the ball. After that there can be no more exchanges of the ball. R.I.P. to the triple reverse pass...
True or False: All defensive players must be lined up at least 7 yards off of the line of scrimmage
False, only pass rushers must be 7+ yards off of the line of scrimmage. Pass defenders can play up to the line of scrimmage.
True or False: All penalties that are called will result in a 5 yard penalty
False, Unnecessary Roughness and Unsportsmanlike Conduct are 10 yard penalties
Each team has how many timeouts per half
If a parent from my team is acting unruly and disturbing the game, players, or referee I should do nothing. I coach players not parents.
No, you as a coach are responsible for your player AND parents behaviors during games.
True or False: The tush-push is allowed in this league
False, the QB(player who receives the snap) isn't eligible to run with the ball, players may not aid other players with forward progress, no-run zones.
Yes or No: Defenders are able to "jam" or move receivers off of their route
No, defenders are not able to use their hands other than to pull flags
The other team didn't send a rusher so my quarterback has all the time in the world to throw and can hold the ball for as long as they want
What is the maximum number of overtimes during a game?
2, after 2 the game is declared a tie.
There are this many players on the field during a play
14
After a touchdown teams may elect to go for a 1 point try or a 2 point try what yard lines do these plays start at?
1 point- 5 yard (pass only)
2 point- 10 yards (run or pass)
True or False: A rusher who leaves the line early has to lay down on the ground for the remainder of the play
False, they may circle back behind the rush cone and then begin their rush again.
True or False: All rules will be strictly enforced in the spirit of ELCSports and helping players learn the truest form of the game.
False, this is not in the spirit of ELCSports. The rules are flexible and will be enforced in a way that creates a fun environment for both teams.
Where is the no run zone(s) in the field of play?
Behind the deepest offensive player and do not talk once the play has commenced.