2007-01-05 13:30:25 · 7 answers · asked by John M 1 in Sports ➔ Football (American)
Head Linesman and Definition there of: The head linesman is the official that sets up straddling the line of scrimmage on the sideline designated by the referee. His duties include:
• Watch for line of scrimmage violations like offsides and encroachment
• Rule on all out-of-bounds plays on his side of the field
• Keep tabs on the chain crew
• Mark the chain to a yard marker on the field as a reference point for a measurement on the field
• Mark a players forward progress after a play is whistled dead
• Keep track of all eligible receivers
• Watch for illegal motion, illegal shifts, illegal use of hands, illegal men downfield
2007-01-05 13:49:08 · answer #1 · answered by is4031_us 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's not an "H"....... it's the symbol of the goal post. The players have to kick the ball between this officials shoulders. Over his head is only worth 2 points.
2007-01-05 13:45:21 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
It signifies the Head Judge.....he is the one who organises the referees during any penalty situation and announces it to the stadium crowd.
2007-01-05 13:48:40 · answer #3 · answered by s_h_a_r_k_k_y 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Head linesman
2007-01-05 13:46:19 · answer #4 · answered by Smartest Man Alive 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Halas
2007-01-05 13:38:54 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Head, he also have a white hat.
2007-01-05 13:35:47 · answer #6 · answered by bigslick60 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
from what I've seen this season, Half Blind.
2007-01-05 14:07:25 · answer #7 · answered by ny21tb 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋