Why did Jets’ Malachi Corley return a touchback and not a touchdown? Rule explained

The Jets won the match between the Jets and Texans last night with a score of 21-13. However one of the funniest moments of the season So far it’s come early in the second quarter.

with Positioned at the Texans’ 19-yard line, the Jets’ young rookie receiver Malachi Corley evaded a throw from quarterback Aaron Rodgers. He accelerated down the right sideline with impressive speed and agility as he raced past the Texans’ defense and toward the end zone.

Corley decided to celebrate early as he approached the goal line. He dropped the football from his right hand just before entering the end zoneHe thought he had guaranteed a goal.

Unfortunately for Western Kentuck graduates, a comprehensive video review confirmed he had not crossed the goal line yet when he releases the ball.

Why touchback and not touchdown?

In conclusion, Corley was officially credited with an 18-yard dash but was also accused of fumble.

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The play was ruled a touchback because the ball rolled out of bounds and to the edge of the end zone.It resulted in a turnover that gave the Texans possession.

The whole situation stunned the crowd at MetLife Stadium. It was about three-quarters of capacity on Halloween night. While many fans shook their heads, others expressed disbelief at Corley’s early celebration, which cost the Jets a key scoring opportunity.

In the end, the rookie’s mistake was quickly forgotten and Jets achieved a very important victory with a 3-6 win-loss score in the middle of the season.