A flag is a cloth marker thrown by officials to signal a penalty. This signal matters because it stops play and enforces rules. Officials toss the flag at the spot of the foul. Players look for it immediately. Coaches react based on the call. Flags affect field position and momentum. Discipline reduces flags. Awareness helps avoid mistakes. For example, a flag lands after a holding violation.
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