Fumbles - Any ball, including a bad snap from center, is immediately dead once it touches the ground. The ball will then be put into play from the spot where it touched the ground. A fumble by the offense in their end-zone is a safety. Ball is put into play again on the 20 yard line, by either a punt or a free kick by the team on offense at the time of the safety. Passing - Forward passes may be made only from behind the line of scrimmage.
All players are eligible to receive a pass.
Defensive Set - A minimum of two players are required on the line of scrimmage at all times except during a punt, when three players are required. Offensive Set - There must be at least three players on the line of scrimmage at all times, including punts. All players on the kicking team must be behind their restraining line. The restraining line of the receiving team shall be the yard line 20 yards beyond the kicking team's restraining line. Offsides by offense or defense.