<p>The differences between kickoffs and a free kick after a safety are obvious: a kickoff is from the 40 and a free kick after a safety is from the 20 and is almost always a punt. But what purpose does having these differences serve? Join veteran referee Michael Barrett as he offers his speculation about why.</p>

The differences between kickoffs and a free kick after a safety are obvious: a kickoff is from the 40 and a free kick after a safety is from the 20 and is almost always a punt. But what purpose does having these differences serve? Join veteran referee Michael Barrett as he offers his speculation about why.

Good Neighbors or Quarreling Siblings? Rules Siblings Kickoff vs. Free Kick after a Safety

The Rules+ podcast provides weekly advanced study into NCAA football rules, mechanics, and philosophies for high school and college referees who are members of the Austin Football Officials Association. Whether you're an active official, passionate fan, or casual supporter, you can eavesdrop on what officials talk about in working to improve their craft.

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Good Neighbors or Quarreling Siblings? Rules Siblings Kickoff vs. Free Kick after a Safety

Good Neighbors or Quarreling Siblings? Rules Siblings Kickoff vs. Free Kick after a Safety