Game Basics
What is Instant Replay in college football?
Replay Review
In college football, Instant Replay means: A review system used to check certain officiating decisions with video. It is used to describe game basics context in college football.
Quick Answer
In college football, Instant Replay means: A review system used to check certain officiating decisions with video. It is used to describe game basics context in college football.
Definition
A review system used to check certain officiating decisions with video.
How CFB Track Uses It
CFBTrack uses Instant Replay context to connect glossary definitions with the stats, schedules, teams, players, and rankings that use the term.
Related Glossary Terms
Booth ReviewA replay review initiated by the replay official rather than by a coach.Coach's ChallengeA request by a coach asking officials to review a play, subject to challenge rules and timeout availability.TargetingA player-safety foul involving taking aim at an opponent with forcible contact beyond a legal tackle, block, or play on the ball.BoundaryThe short side of the field when the ball is spotted closer to one sideline.Dead BallA ball that is no longer live because the play has ended or officials have stopped action.DistanceThe number of yards needed for a first down.
Last reviewed 2026-04-24