Fake punt

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"A formation for a punt or for a fake kick", circa 1905

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

  1. ^ Examples include: Schlabach, Mark (December 31, 2015). "How Dabo Swinney's risky fake punt breathed new life into Clemson". ESPN.com.