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Special Teams
Coffin Corner in College Football
In college football, Coffin Corner means: A punt aimed near the sideline close to the opponent's goal line to pin the offense deep. It is used to describe special teams context in college football.
Definition
A punt aimed near the sideline close to the opponent's goal line to pin the offense deep.
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Related Glossary Terms
PuntA kick used to give the ball to the opponent while trying to improve field position.Inside 20A punt that pins the opponent at or inside its own 20-yard line.Average Starting Field PositionThe average yard line where a team's drives begin.Blocked KickA field goal, PAT, or kickoff attempt deflected by the defense.Blocked PuntA punt deflected or stopped by the receiving team before it travels normally.Coverage TeamThe kicking team players responsible for limiting returns.
Last reviewed 2026-04-24