Special Teams
What is Downed Punt in college football?
In college football, Downed Punt means: A punt touched or stopped by the kicking team to end the play without a return. It is used to describe special teams context in college football.
Quick Answer
In college football, Downed Punt means: A punt touched or stopped by the kicking team to end the play without a return. It is used to describe special teams context in college football.
Definition
A punt touched or stopped by the kicking team to end the play without a return.
How CFB Track Uses It
CFBTrack uses Downed Punt context to connect glossary definitions with the stats, schedules, teams, players, and rankings that use the term.
Related Glossary Terms
PuntA kick used to give the ball to the opponent while trying to improve field position.PunterA special teams player who punts the ball to change 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.
Last reviewed 2026-04-24