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After how many yards can a defender NOT make contact with a receiver?

53%
Pass interference
Retry Correct Incorrect Once a receiver has run 5 yards, the defender can no longer make contact or restrict them in any way their movement. Receivers bump the defender to clear space, and the defense tries to inhibit the receiver’s movement, all within 5 yards.
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After how many yards can a defender NOT make contact with a receiver?

  • 15
  • Once the ball is snapped
  • 5
  • 10
53%

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