Three-point conversions, an alternative option for the onside kick and a best-of-three-play shootout in overtime are among the different rules for the USFL.
The rules of the new league explain several changes to the traditional rules in football.
There are three options for scoring teams to attempt an extra point. A successful play from the 10-yard line is worth three points.
A second option is to convert a fourth-and-12 from the team&s 33.
In overtime, each team will play against the opposing defense from the 2. Two points are given for each successful scoring attempt. The team with the most points wins. If the score is tied after three plays, the subsequent attempts will be sudden death. The overtime period will continue until the winner is declared.
There are other distinctive rules.
Two forward passes from behind the line of scrimmage are legal.
Each coach will have one replay challenge. The USFL will make all replay decisions.
The 25th will be the day of the kickoffs. The receiving team must have at least eight players in the setup zone between their 35 and 45 in order to field a kicking team member. The first touch after a kick is by the receiving team. If a kick is not kicked, the ball goes to the receiving team.
On punts, if the ball is kicked, the team blocking the ball cannot be double-teamed.
The clock will stop for first downs in the second and fourth quarters.
The NCAA rule has exceptions for defensive pass interference. If a defender tackles a receiver beyond 15 yards, it would be a spot foul. If the spot of the foul is more than 15 yards from the line of scrimmage, the penalty will be a spot foul.
There can be no pass interference or ineligible player penalties if a pass crosses the line of scrimmage.
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