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Question
A player calls for a fair catch on a punt. The ball hits the ground. Can the player that called for the fair catch now advance the ball?
No, it would be a penalty if the Fair Catch signal is given and the Recr. tries to advance the ball, even if it has hit the ground.
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Thom Brooks
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