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Originally Posted by Pitt Gorilla
I don't know. That'd be a tough call. Offensive lineman are CLEARLY allowed to block in the back on spin moves etc. (within the tackle box). This could have, possibly, been called, but I don't think they want to prohibit such blocks in the pocket by linemen (IMO).
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I read it that blocks in the back are legal "in close line play".
https://operations.nfl.com/the-rules...ove-the-waist/
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The close line is the area between the positions traditionally occupied by the offensive tackles. It extends out three yards on each separate side of the line of scrimmage.
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