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Glossary American Football / Term

Touchback

(American football) a play in which the opposing team has kicked the football into your end zone.


When a player who gains possession of a ball in his own end zone kneels to the ground and automatically starts the next play at his own 20-yard line; also awarded if his opponent kicks the ball across the end line.

Permanent link Touchback - Creation date 2023-03-06


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