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Game Basics
Touchback in College Football
In college football, Touchback means: A dead-ball result that places the ball at a designated yard line. It is used to describe game basics context in college football.
Definition
A touchback occurs when certain kicks, punts, or loose-ball situations end in or beyond the end zone and the ball is placed at a designated yard line.
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Related Glossary Terms
KickoffA free kick used to start each half and restart play after scoring plays.Punt AverageTotal punt yards divided by punts.Net Punt AveragePunt average adjusted for returns, touchbacks, and other outcomes.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.
Last reviewed 2026-04-24