What would happen if defensive holding was just a five-yard penalty (no first down)?

[jjchieffan]

Originally Posted by RealSNR

I think it's more crucial that pass interference is changed to 15 yards and a first down instead of the spot of the ball.

It's total and utter bullshit that a subjective call like that can be so lethal and damaging to a team.

"Well, then just don't interfere."

Sure. I've seen some of the bullshit DPI calls the refs in this league are capable of calling. Should be soooooo simple just to not interfere!

That's a tough one. If a DB gets beat 40 yards down field and the guy knows that he has no chance at the ball, but he can tackle the receiver and just take a 15 yard penalty, then he's probably going to take out the receiver. Better to give up 15 than 50. No. I say leave it how it is. Force the DB to play it honest.