Big Hits, Targeting, and Disqualifications: A Recap of Defensive Play

💥The video showcases a series of intense defensive plays in college football games.

🎯Some of the hits shown in the video result in targeting penalties, where players make forcible contact with the crown of their helmets.

🙅🏻‍♂️The site and crew offer in-depth analysis of the targeting calls, discussing the rule and its enforcement on the field.

🔴The disqualifications of players due to targeting penalties have an impact on the teams' defensive strategies.

😱The video showcases the intensity and physicality of college football games, highlighting the risks and consequences of aggressive play.

What is targeting in college football?

—Targeting is a penalty in college football where players make forcible contact with the crown of their helmets while tackling an opponent. It is a player safety measure designed to prevent head and neck injuries.

What happens when a player is targeted?

—When a player is targeted, they receive a 15-yard penalty, and if the penalty is confirmed upon review, the player is also disqualified from the game. Additionally, players who accumulate multiple targeting penalties may face further disciplinary action.

How is targeting enforced in college football?

—Targeting is typically enforced through a review process. If a player is flagged for targeting during a game, the play is reviewed to determine if the penalty stands. The targeting rule is enforced to prioritize player safety and discourage dangerous hits.

Why is the targeting rule controversial?

—The targeting rule can be controversial due to the subjective nature of determining whether a player's contact was intentional and whether the crown of the helmet was used. Some argue that the rule is inconsistently enforced, while others believe it is essential for player safety.

What are the consequences of disqualification for targeting?

—When a player is disqualified for targeting, they must leave the game immediately and cannot return. They may also face additional penalties, such as suspension for future games, depending on the severity and frequency of their targeting infractions.

00:00The video begins with clips of intense defensive plays in college football games.

02:00The video showcases instances where players are penalized for targeting, making forcible contact with the crown of their helmets.

05:30The crew provides analysis and discussion on the targeting calls, explaining the rules and their enforcement on the field.

08:45The video highlights players who have been disqualified from games due to targeting penalties, impacting their teams' defensive strategies.

11:15The video emphasizes the intensity and physicality of college football games, highlighting the risks and consequences of aggressive play.