Rules of Flag Football Explained

How must the ball be snapped in flag football?

• From underneath the center

• With a pause in between

• In a quick and continuous motion

• In a slow and deliberate motion

What is the penalty for a false start in flag football?

• 10 yards from the line of scrimmage

• 5 yards from the line of scrimmage

• Loss of down

• Automatic first down

Where must no player be lined up during the snap to avoid encroachment?

• In the end zone

• On the sideline

• In the neutral zone

• Behind the quarterback

What must offensive players do after making a shift?

• Snap the ball immediately

• Become set for at least one second

• Move to a new set position immediately

• Run towards the opponent's goal line

How many offensive players can be in motion during the snap?

• Two

• None

• Three

• One

What is illegal during screen blocking?

• Standing still

• Using hands and arms to initiate contact

• Keeping hands and arms at the side

• Blocking with the body

What is not allowed when a runner is flag guarding?

• Using hands to block

• Running straight

• Avoiding contact

• Holding the ball

What happens to a fumbled ball in flag football?

• It can be picked up and played

• It is dead at the spot it was fumbled

• It results in a turnover

• It is returned to the offense

What must a team do if they intend to punt?

• Move before the ball is punted

• Punt without announcement

• Announce it before the down starts

• Cross the line of scrimmage

In co-rec flag football, how many men and women are on each team?

• 4 men and 4 women

• 6 men and 2 women

• 5 men and 3 women

• 3 men and 5 women