Game Basics
What is Media Timeout in college football?
In college football, Media Timeout means: A stoppage used for television or broadcast breaks. It is used to describe game basics context in college football.
Quick Answer
In college football, Media Timeout means: A stoppage used for television or broadcast breaks. It is used to describe game basics context in college football.
Definition
A stoppage used for television or broadcast breaks.
How CFB Track Uses It
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Related Glossary Terms
TimeoutA stoppage requested by a team to stop the game clock, discuss strategy, make substitutions, or avoid a penalty.Game ClockThe clock that tracks time remaining in a quarter, half, or overtime period.Booth ReviewA replay review initiated by the replay official rather than by a coach.BoundaryThe short side of the field when the ball is spotted closer to one sideline.Coach's ChallengeA request by a coach asking officials to review a play, subject to challenge rules and timeout availability.Dead BallA ball that is no longer live because the play has ended or officials have stopped action.
Last reviewed 2026-04-24