Fake punt
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A fake punt is a
punt formation.[1]
A fake punt can take a number of different forms. The
punt return. Alternately, the ball may be snapped directly to one of the backs (usually a halfback or fullback
) who then runs downfield or throws.
References
- ^ Examples include: Schlabach, Mark (December 31, 2015). "How Dabo Swinney's risky fake punt breathed new life into Clemson". ESPN.com.